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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carl, Family Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Leighton Carl, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carl is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carl’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carl’s office at (254) 202-2600.
Is Dr. Carl board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leighton Carl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carl speak?
Dr. Carl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carl typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carl 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. Carl. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carl typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leighton Carl may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Carl's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carl accept my insurance?
Dr. Carl accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 202-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carl accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Carl in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Premier
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carl's office located?
What is Dr. Carl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922075225.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carl
What is Dr. Leighton Carl's specialty?
Dr. Carl is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waco, TX.
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. Leighton Carl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carl is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Ascension Providence 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
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 Leighton Carl accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Leighton Carl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leighton Carl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carl's office at (254) 202-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leighton Carl?
Please contact Dr. Carl's office at (254) 202-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leighton Carl have?
Dr. Leighton Carl is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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