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23 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carter, Anesthesiologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Alan Carter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Carter completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (859) 260-6100.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky
Is Dr. Carter board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Carter typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Carter typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Carter may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Carter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 260-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Carter in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. Alan Carter's Primary Practice
1740 Nicholasville Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 260-6100
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 1528145950.
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. Alan Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Anesthesiologist near Lexington, KY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Alan Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Alan Carter accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alan Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (859) 260-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (859) 260-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Carter have?
Dr. Alan Carter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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