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Who is Dr. Carrier, Surgeon in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Amber Carrier, MD, PHD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Carrier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carrier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carrier’s office at (757) 395-1600.
What languages does Dr. Carrier speak?
Dr. Carrier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carrier treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Carrier diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Carrier. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Care
- Dialysis
- PD catheter fitting
- Peritoneal dialysis access management
- Catheter adjustment for PD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4902: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of peritoneal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
Which procedures does Dr. Carrier perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Amber Carrier may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carrier's office.
Does Dr. Carrier accept my insurance?
Dr. Carrier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 395-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carrier accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Carrier in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carrier's office located?
Dr. Amber Carrier's Primary Practice
600 Gresham Dr Ste 8620
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 395-1600
What is Dr. Carrier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carrier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497101901.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carrier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carrier
What is Dr. Amber Carrier's specialty?
Dr. Carrier is a Surgeon near Norfolk, VA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Carrier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amber Carrier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carrier is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Amber Carrier accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Amber Carrier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amber Carrier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carrier's office at (757) 395-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amber Carrier?
Please contact Dr. Carrier's office at (757) 395-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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