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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carlson, Trauma Surgeon in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Matthew Carlson, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (203) 576-5436.
Is Dr. Carlson board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?
Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Carlson typically treat?
As a Trauma 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Carlson typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Carlson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 576-5436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Carlson in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?
St Vincents Medical Center; Department Of Surgery
2800 Main St
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 576-5436
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 1558689133.
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. Matthew Carlson's specialty?
Dr. Carlson is a Trauma Surgeon near Bridgeport, CT.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Matthew Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Stamford Health, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Griffin 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 Matthew Carlson accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Carlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (203) 576-5436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Carlson?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (203) 576-5436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Carlson have?
Dr. Matthew Carlson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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Connect with DR. Carlson
St Vincents Medical Center; Department Of Surgery
2800 Main St
Bridgeport, CT 06606