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Dr. Grant Carlson, MD

Dr. Grant Carlson, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlson, Plastic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Grant Carlson, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carlson completed his residency at Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (404) 778-3307.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carlson?

    Dr. Grant Carlson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Carlson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Reconstruction, Head & Neck Cancer, Melanoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Carlson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Carlson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Carlson board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Grant Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

    Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carlson treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
    • Mastectomy
    • Double mastectomy
    • Bilateral breast removal
    • Absence of both breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does Dr. Carlson perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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:

    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-3307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Carlson in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Grant Carlson's Primary Practice

    1327 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (404) 778-3307

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    Dr. Grant Carlson's Practice 2

    4450 Hugh Howell Rd Ste 17

    Tucker, GA 30084

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    Dr. Grant Carlson's Practice 3

    1699 Highway 124 N Ste 100

    Snellville, GA 30078

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    What is Dr. Carlson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689698649.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carlson

    What is Dr. Grant Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Plastic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Carlson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Grant Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory University 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 Grant Carlson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Grant Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Grant Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (404) 778-3307 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Grant Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (404) 778-3307 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Grant Carlson have?

    Dr. Grant Carlson is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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