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Dr. Efren Caratao, MD
Kent, WA
40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caratao, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Kent, WA?
Dr. Efren Caratao, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Kent, WA. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Caratao is fluent in English, Cebuano, Dutch; Flemish, Filipino; Pilipino, Hungarian, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caratao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caratao’s office at (253) 852-2770.
What languages does Dr. Caratao speak?
Dr. Caratao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Cebuano
Dutch; Flemish
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Hungarian
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Caratao typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Caratao 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. Caratao. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Caratao typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Efren Caratao may include:
Please contact Dr. Caratao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Caratao accept my insurance?
Dr. Caratao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 852-2770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caratao accept in Kent, WA?
Dr. Caratao 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caratao's office located?
What is Dr. Caratao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caratao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366502601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caratao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caratao
What is Dr. Efren Caratao's specialty?
Dr. Caratao is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Kent, WA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Efren Caratao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caratao is affiliated with Valley Medical Center 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Efren Caratao accepting new patients in Kent, WA?
Yes, Dr. Efren Caratao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Efren Caratao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caratao's office at (253) 852-2770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Efren Caratao?
Please contact Dr. Caratao's office at (253) 852-2770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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