33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carter, Internist in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Carter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Carter graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Carter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore University Hospital
Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Is Dr. Carter board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Carter typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Carter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Carter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Carter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter 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. Carter accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Carter in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
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 1720058548.
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. Lawrence Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Internist near Great Neck, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Peconic Bay 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lawrence Carter accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Carter have?
Dr. Lawrence Carter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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