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Dr. Gary Carlson, MD

Dr. Gary Carlson, MD

Westlake Village, CA

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    Who is Dr. Carlson, Specialist in Westlake Village, CA?

    Dr. Gary Carlson, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Westlake Village, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Carlson graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Dermatology; Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (805) 495-0551.

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

    • Residency: Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Dermatology; Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California-Los Angeles | UCLA-San Fernando Valley Olive View County Medical Center | Providence Hospital and Medical Centers Program

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Carlson board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Carlson treat?

    As a 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.

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst
    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Neurodermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Lichen simplex chronicus
    • Chronic itchy skin
    • Nerve-related eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2081: Atopic neurodermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous skin growths
    • Skin lesions
    • Benign skin masses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 495-0551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Westlake Village, CA?

    Dr. Carlson in Westlake Village, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Oscar

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Gary Carlson's Primary Practice

    1240 S Westlake Blvd Ste 205

    Westlake Village, CA 91361

    (805) 495-0551

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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 1144280181.

    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. Gary Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Specialist near Westlake Village, CA. Contact Dr. Carlson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Carlson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Specialist?

    Explore Specialist 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 Gary Carlson accepting new patients in Westlake Village, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Gary Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (805) 495-0551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (805) 495-0551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Carlson have?

    Dr. Gary Carlson is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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