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Dr. Brent Carlson, MD

Dr. Brent Carlson, MD

Altoona, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Altoona, WI?

    Dr. Brent Carlson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Altoona, WI 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 Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (715) 832-1400.

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

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch

    Is Dr. Carlson board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Carlson typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Carlson typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
    • Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 832-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Altoona, WI?

    Dr. Carlson in Altoona, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Brent Carlson's Primary Practice

    1200 Oakleaf Way Ste A

    Altoona, WI 54720

    (715) 832-1400

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    Dr. Brent Carlson's Practice 2

    757 Lakeland Dr Ste B

    Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

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    Dr. Brent Carlson's Practice 3

    2200 Cedar Crest Dr

    Rice Lake, WI 54868

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    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 1790938702.

    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. Brent Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Altoona, WI.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. Brent Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Oakleaf Surgical Hospital, Black River Memorial Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield, Marshfield Medical Center - Rice Lake, Aspirus Wausau 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

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    Is Brent Carlson accepting new patients in Altoona, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (715) 832-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brent Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (715) 832-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Carlson have?

    Dr. Brent Carlson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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