19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carson, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kenneth Carson, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Carson completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center - Internal Medicine. Dr. Carson is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carson’s office at (312) 695-0990.
Where did Dr. Carson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - Hematology/Oncology
Residency: Duke University Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (Education)
What languages does Dr. Carson speak?
Dr. Carson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carson treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Carson 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. Carson. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
- Large B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8333: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, intra-abdominal lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Carson perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Carson 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. Carson. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Does Dr. Carson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-0990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carson accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Carson in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carson's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Carson's Primary Practice
675 N Saint Clair St Ste 21-100
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-0990
What is Dr. Carson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720264898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carson
What is Dr. Kenneth Carson's specialty?
Dr. Carson is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Chicago, IL. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Carson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Carson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Kenneth Carson accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Kenneth Carson is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Carson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (312) 695-0990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Carson?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (312) 695-0990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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