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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carlson, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. David Carlson, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (805) 563-5870.
Is Dr. Carlson board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?
Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically perform?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carlson 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. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 563-5870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Carlson in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Clinicas del Camino Real
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
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Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?
Dr. David Carlson's Primary Practice
300 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 563-5870
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 1902133465.
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. David Carlson's specialty?
Dr. Carlson is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?
Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.
Is this Dr. David Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Los Robles Regional 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
When to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Carlson accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Carlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (805) 563-5870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Carlson?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (805) 563-5870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Carlson have?
Dr. David Carlson is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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