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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carey typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carey typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Carey may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Carey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carey's office located?
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.
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. Joel Carey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carey is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Valley 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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