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Dr. Carolyn Watson, MD

Paducah, KY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watson, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. Carolyn Watson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Watson graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Watson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (270) 575-2244.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine | University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Watson board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Watson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Watson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Watson treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Inflammation
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophagitis
    • Inflamed Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2080: Other esophagitis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Placental Disorder
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Unspecified placenta problems
    • Various placenta conditions
    • General placenta issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Uterine Disorder
    • Uterine Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
    • Uterine Problems
    • Uterine Health Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 575-2244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. Watson in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Carolyn Watson's Primary Practice

    2501 Kentucky Ave

    Paducah, KY 42003

    (270) 575-2244

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    Dr. Carolyn Watson's Practice 2

    1900 N Main St

    Madisonville, KY 42431

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    Dr. Carolyn Watson's Practice 3

    1530 Lone Oak Rd

    Paducah, KY 42003

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

    Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871572602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?

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

    What is Dr. Carolyn Watson's specialty?

    Dr. Watson is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Paducah, KY. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Watson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carolyn Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with 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 Carolyn Watson accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Watson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carolyn Watson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (270) 575-2244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Watson?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (270) 575-2244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Watson have?

    Dr. Carolyn Watson is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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