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Dr. Joel Carey, MD

Dr. Joel Carey, MD

Kent, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carey, Family Medicine Specialist in Kent, WA?

    Dr. Joel Carey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kent, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Carey completed his residency at Valley Medical Center-Family Practice Program. Dr. Carey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carey’s office at (206) 870-8880.

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

    • Residency: Valley Medical Center-Family Practice Program | Valley Medical Center-Family Practice Program

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF KS SCH OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Carey board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Carey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Carey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carey treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    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:

    • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
    • HPV screening
    • Papillomavirus test
    • Cervical cancer screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Which procedures does Dr. Carey perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Carey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carey's office.

    Does Dr. Carey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 870-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carey accept in Kent, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Boeing

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carey's office located?

    Dr. Joel Carey's Primary Practice

    23213 Pacific Hwy S

    Kent, WA 98032

    (206) 870-8880

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    Dr. Joel Carey's Practice 2

    1550 N 115th St

    Seattle, WA 98133

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    Dr. Joel Carey's Practice 3

    1701 Columbia Rd

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    What is Dr. Carey's NPI number?An 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 1326278060.

    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. Joel Carey's specialty?

    Dr. Carey is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kent, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Carey to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Carey is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Joel Carey accepting new patients in Kent, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Joel Carey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (206) 870-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Carey?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (206) 870-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Carey have?

    Dr. Joel Carey is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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