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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carson, Vascular Surgeon in Portland, ME?
Dr. John Carson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carson’s office at (207) 621-4116.
Where did Dr. Carson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Carson speak?
Dr. Carson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carson treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Carson 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. Carson. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Carotid Artery
- Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Aneurysm
- Iliac Artery Aneurysm
- Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Lower Extremity Aneurysm
- Leg Blood Vessel Bulge
- Peripheral Aneurysm
- Iliac Artery Bulge
- Enlarged Iliac Artery
- Pelvic Artery Aneurysm
- Blood Vessel Aneurysm
- Artery Bulge
- Vascular Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I724: Aneurysm of artery of lower extremity
- I723: Aneurysm of iliac artery
- I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Vessel Disorder of the Intestines
- Digestive Disease
- Chronic Intestinal Ischemia
- Chronic Mesenteric Ischemia
- Long-Term Bowel Blood Flow Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K551: Chronic vascular disorders of intestine
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 Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Carson perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Carson 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. Carson's office.
Does Dr. Carson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 621-4116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carson accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Carson in Portland, ME 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
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carson's office located?
What is Dr. Carson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871507228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carson
What is Dr. John Carson's specialty?
Dr. Carson is a Vascular Surgeon near Portland, ME. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Carson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Carson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carson is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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
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Is John Carson accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. John Carson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Carson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (207) 621-4116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Carson?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (207) 621-4116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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