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Dr. Rima Carlson, MD

Dr. Rima Carlson, MD

Montpelier, VT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlson, Family Medicine Specialist in Montpelier, VT?

    Dr. Rima Carlson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Montpelier, VT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carlson graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed her residency at Marquette Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (802) 223-4738.

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

    • Residency: Marquette Gen Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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 here.

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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 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:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carlson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rima Carlson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 223-4738 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Montpelier, VT?

    Dr. Carlson in Montpelier, VT 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • State of Vermont

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Rima Carlson's Primary Practice

    156 Main St

    Montpelier, VT 05602

    (802) 223-4738

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    Dr. Rima Carlson's Practice 2

    1311 Barre Montpelier Road 400 Cvmc Orthopedics And Spine Medici

    Berlin, VT 05602

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    Dr. Rima Carlson's Practice 3

    82 E View Ln Ste 3

    Barre, VT 05641

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

    Dr. Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245240753.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson?

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

    What is Dr. Rima Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Montpelier, VT.

    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. Rima Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Mt. Ascutney Hospital And Health 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 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 Rima Carlson accepting new patients in Montpelier, VT?

    Yes, Dr. Rima Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rima Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (802) 223-4738 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rima Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (802) 223-4738 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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