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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carnahan, Family Medicine Specialist in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Walter Carnahan, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Southaven, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carnahan graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Carnahan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carnahan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carnahan’s office.
Where did Dr. Carnahan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Carnahan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Carnahan, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carnahan speak?
Dr. Carnahan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carnahan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carnahan 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. Carnahan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
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
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carnahan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carnahan 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. Carnahan. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Does Dr. Carnahan accept my insurance?
Dr. Carnahan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carnahan accept in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Carnahan in Southaven, MS 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 Mississippi
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carnahan's office located?
What is Dr. Carnahan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carnahan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174501449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carnahan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carnahan
What is Dr. Walter Carnahan's specialty?
Dr. Carnahan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Southaven, MS.
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. Walter Carnahan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carnahan is affiliated with Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Methodist 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Carnahan accepting new patients in Southaven, MS?
Yes, Dr. Walter Carnahan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Carnahan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carnahan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Carnahan?
Please contact Dr. Carnahan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Carnahan have?
Dr. Walter Carnahan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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