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Who is Dr. Carlson, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Whitney Carlson, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Carlson graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Psychiatry. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Carlson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Psychiatry
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Carlson board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?
Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Carlson typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Carlson typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Whitney Carlson may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Carlson in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?
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 1629154349.
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. Whitney Carlson's specialty?
Dr. Carlson is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is this Dr. Whitney Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carlson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harborview Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Whitney Carlson accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Whitney Carlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Whitney Carlson?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Whitney Carlson have?
Dr. Whitney Carlson is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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