38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Carter, Pediatrician in Memphis, TN?
Dr. James Carter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Carter graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at G W Hubbard Hosp-Meharry Col, Pediatrics. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (901) 396-8281.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: G W Hubbard Hosp-Meharry Col, Pediatrics | Meharry Medical College Program A
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Carter board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. James Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carter treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Carter 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. Carter. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Childhood Stuttering
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Developmental Stuttering
- Childhood Fluency Disorder
- Speech Disfluency in Children
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F801: Expressive language disorder
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F8081: Childhood onset fluency disorder
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Microcephaly
- Brain Malformations
- Autosomal recessive primary microcephaly
- Small Head Syndrome
- Congenital Microcephaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q02: Microcephaly
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Learning Disability
- Learning Disabilities
- Scholastic Skill Disorder
- Academic Learning Disorder
- Developmental Learning Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- F819: Developmental disorder of scholastic skills, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Obstructive hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Non-communicating hydrocephalus
- Blocked hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
Which procedures does Dr. Carter perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. James Carter may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carter's office.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 396-8281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Carter in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. James Carter's Primary Practice
1444 E Shelby Dr Ste 317
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 396-8281
What is Dr. Carter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336143239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carter
What is Dr. James Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Pediatrician near Memphis, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Carter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is James Carter accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (901) 396-8281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (901) 396-8281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Carter have?
Dr. James Carter is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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