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Dr. Lisa Carter

Worcester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carter, Family Medicine Specialist in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Lisa Carter is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Carter graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, Albanian, Hindi, Nepali, Portuguese, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (508) 860-7700.

    Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL | The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

    What languages does Dr. Carter speak?

    Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Albanian

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Nepali

    • Portuguese

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Carter treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • DVT
    • Venous Thrombosis
    • Blood Clot in Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I82503: Chronic embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • General Infectious Disease Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Broad infection check
    • General parasite screening
    • Unspecified infectious disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z119: Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Carter perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Carter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carter's office.

    Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 860-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Carter in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Carter's Primary Practice

    26 Queen St

    Worcester, MA 01610

    (508) 860-7700

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    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 1972514180.

    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. Lisa Carter's specialty?

    Dr. Carter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Worcester, MA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Carter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lisa Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, MA, Boston Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lisa Carter accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Carter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Carter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (508) 860-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Carter?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (508) 860-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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