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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carraro, Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Ellen Carraro, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Carraro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carraro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carraro’s office.
What languages does Dr. Carraro speak?
Dr. Carraro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carraro treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Carraro 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. Carraro. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Carraro perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ellen Carraro may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carraro's office.
Does Dr. Carraro accept my insurance?
Dr. Carraro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carraro accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Carraro in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Carraro's office located?
What is Dr. Carraro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carraro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679700769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carraro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carraro
What is Dr. Ellen Carraro's specialty?
Dr. Carraro is a Surgeon near Charlotte, NC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Carraro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ellen Carraro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carraro is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian 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
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Is Ellen Carraro accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Carraro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Carraro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carraro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Carraro?
Please contact Dr. Carraro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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