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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caro, Family Medicine Specialist in La Vernia, TX?
Dr. Carlos Caro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Vernia, TX. Dr. Caro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caro’s office at (315) 486-5667.
What languages does Dr. Caro speak?
Dr. Caro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caro typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caro 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. Caro. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caro typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caro performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Caro. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Caro accept my insurance?
Dr. Caro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 486-5667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caro accept in La Vernia, TX?
Dr. Caro in La Vernia, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caro's office located?
Dr. Carlos Caro's Primary Practice
13857 US Highway 87 W
La Vernia, TX 78121
(315) 486-5667
What is Dr. Caro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295189025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caro
What is Dr. Carlos Caro's specialty?
Dr. Caro is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Vernia, TX.
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. Carlos Caro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caro is affiliated with Dhr Health, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Carlos Caro accepting new patients in La Vernia, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Caro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Caro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caro's office at (315) 486-5667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Caro?
Please contact Dr. Caro's office at (315) 486-5667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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