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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carson, Family Medicine Specialist in San Pablo, CA?
Dr. Desmond Carson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Pablo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carson completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Carson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carson’s office at (707) 554-4444.
Where did Dr. Carson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Med Colleg Of Wisconsin
What languages does Dr. Carson speak?
Dr. Carson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Desmond Carson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Carson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carson accept my insurance?
Dr. Carson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 554-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carson accept in San Pablo, CA?
Dr. Carson in San Pablo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carson's office located?
Dr. Desmond Carson's Primary Practice
2023 Vale Rd Ste 107
San Pablo, CA 94806
(707) 554-4444
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 1912934464.
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. Desmond Carson's specialty?
Dr. Carson is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Pablo, CA.
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. Desmond Carson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Desmond Carson accepting new patients in San Pablo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Desmond Carson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desmond Carson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (707) 554-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desmond Carson?
Please contact Dr. Carson's office at (707) 554-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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