Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carsten, Family Medicine Specialist in Ooltewah, TN?
Dr. James Carsten, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ooltewah, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Carsten completed his residency at Hinsdale Hospital. Dr. Carsten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carsten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carsten’s office at (423) 238-8880.
Where did Dr. Carsten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hinsdale Hospital
What languages does Dr. Carsten speak?
Dr. Carsten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carsten typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carsten 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. Carsten. 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:
- Overweight
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carsten typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Carsten may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Carsten's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carsten accept my insurance?
Dr. Carsten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 238-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carsten accept in Ooltewah, TN?
Dr. Carsten in Ooltewah, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carsten's office located?
What is Dr. Carsten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carsten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194756023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carsten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carsten
What is Dr. James Carsten's specialty?
Dr. Carsten is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ooltewah, TN.
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. James Carsten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carsten is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital 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 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 James Carsten accepting new patients in Ooltewah, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Carsten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Carsten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carsten's office at (423) 238-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Carsten?
Please contact Dr. Carsten's office at (423) 238-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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