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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carstensen, Pediatrician in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Karissa Carstensen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Carstensen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carstensen’s office at (503) 362-2481.
What languages does Dr. Carstensen speak?
Dr. Carstensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carstensen typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Carstensen 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. Carstensen. 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 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wry Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Torticollis
- Cervical Dystonia
- Twisted Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M436: Torticollis
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carstensen typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Carstensen 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. Carstensen. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Carstensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Carstensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 362-2481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carstensen accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Carstensen in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Carstensen's office located?
What is Dr. Carstensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carstensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538401948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carstensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carstensen
What is Dr. Karissa Carstensen's specialty?
Dr. Carstensen is a Pediatrician near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Karissa Carstensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carstensen is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, Or 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karissa Carstensen accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Karissa Carstensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karissa Carstensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carstensen's office at (503) 362-2481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karissa Carstensen?
Please contact Dr. Carstensen's office at (503) 362-2481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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