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Dr. Joseph Carey, MD

Dr. Joseph Carey, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Carey, Plastic Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Carey, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Carey graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Los Angeles County-Usc Medical Center. Dr. Carey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carey’s office at (520) 626-6793.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carey?

    Dr. Joseph Carey, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon 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. Carey empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Breast Reconstruction, Burns-Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Head & Neck Reconstruction, Limb Salvage, Microsurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson, AZ community, Dr. Carey is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Stanford University, Microvascular Surgery

    • Residency: Los Angeles County-Usc Medical Center | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center

    • Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Carey board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Carey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Carey speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Carey typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carey 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. Carey. 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:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    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:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reconstructive Surgery
    • Cosmetic Procedures
    • Aesthetic Surgery
    • Body Enhancement Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z428: Encounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Carey typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carey 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. Carey. 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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement
    • Local Flap Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
    • 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
    • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
    • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
    • Breast Reinforcement Implant
    • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
    • Tissue Scaffold Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Does Dr. Carey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-6793 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carey accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Carey in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carey's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Carey's Primary Practice

    1501 N Campbell Ave Rm 4410

    Tucson, AZ 85724

    (520) 626-6793

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    What hospitals are Dr. Carey affiliated with?

    Dr. Carey has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Keck Hospital of USC,Los Angeles, CA

    Recognitions

    Awards

    • Regan Fellowship for Cleft Lip and Palate Research, Davao, Philippines, 2007

    • Best Teacher-Chief Resident Award, 2007

    • Most Outstanding Teacher of Medical Students, 2007

    • Outstanding Teaching by a House Officer

    • Medical Student Research Award, 2002

    • Dean's Scholar for academic excellence in the Junior/Senior, 2002

    • Junior Alpha Omega Alpha Member, 2001

    • Regan Fellowship for Cleft Lip and Palate Research, Davao, Philippines, 2007

    • University of Southern California Department of Surgery – Best Teacher-Chief Resident Award, 2007

    • University of Southern California Department of Surgery – Most Outstanding Teacher of Medical Students, 2007

    • Outstanding Teaching by a House Officer – University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical Student Research Award, 2002

    • Dean's Scholar for academic excellence in the Junior/Senior, 2002

    • Junior Alpha Omega Alpha Member, 2001

    What is Dr. Carey's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Carey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487898391.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carey?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carey

    What is Dr. Joseph Carey's specialty?

    Dr. Carey is a Plastic Surgeon near Tucson, AZ.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is Dr. Joseph Carey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Carey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC. 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

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    Is Dr. Joseph Carey accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Carey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Carey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (520) 626-6793 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Carey?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (520) 626-6793 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carey's office located?

    Dr. Carey's office is located in Tucson, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Carey have?

    Dr. Joseph Carey is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.