
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carlson, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Bette Carlson, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Carlson graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (714) 668-2525.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carlson?
Dr. Bette Carlson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Carlson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Medicine, Nutrition, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Costa Mesa, CA community, Dr. Carlson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Carlson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Carlson board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bette Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?
Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carlson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Carlson. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 668-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Carlson in Costa Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?
Dr. Bette Carlson's Primary Practice
1190 Baker St Ste 103
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 668-2525
What is Dr. Carlson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841238037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carlson
What is Dr. Bette Carlson's specialty?
Dr. Carlson is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Costa Mesa, CA.
Is this Dr. Bette Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bette Carlson accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bette Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bette Carlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (714) 668-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bette Carlson?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (714) 668-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bette Carlson have?
Dr. Bette Carlson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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