Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carter, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tracy Carter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Carter graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (713) 442-1500.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Carter board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tracy Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Carter typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Carter 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. Carter. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Carter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Carter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Carter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Carter in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. Tracy Carter's Primary Practice
10701 Vintage Preserve Pkwy
Houston, TX 77070
(713) 442-1500
What is Dr. Carter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316972185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carter
What is Dr. Tracy Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Tracy Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tracy Carter accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tracy Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tracy Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (713) 442-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tracy Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (713) 442-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tracy Carter have?
Dr. Tracy Carter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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