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Dr. Kristen Carr, MD

Dr. Kristen Carr, MD

Myrtle Beach, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carr, Family Medicine Specialist in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Kristen Carr, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Carr graduated from University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools and completed her residency at Medical University Of South Carolina. Dr. Carr is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carr’s office at (843) 497-5929.

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

    • Fellowship: N/A

    • Residency: Medical University Of South Carolina

    • Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    Is Dr. Carr board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Carr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carr speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carr typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carr 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. Carr. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carr typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Carr may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 497-5929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carr accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Carr in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Carr's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Carr's Primary Practice

    945 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

    (843) 497-5929

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    Dr. Kristen Carr's Practice 2

    8170 Rourk St

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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    Dr. Kristen Carr's Practice 3

    5023 Carolina Forest Blvd

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

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

    Dr. Carr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245466960.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carr?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Carr's specialty?

    Dr. Carr is a Family Medicine Specialist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Carr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carr is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Conway Medical Center, Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Kristen Carr accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Carr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Carr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (843) 497-5929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Carr?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (843) 497-5929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Carr have?

    Dr. Kristen Carr is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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