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Dr. Jeffrey Carter, MD

Monterey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carter, Orthopedic Surgeon in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Jeffrey Carter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Carter graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Carter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (831) 648-8020.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of 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 Dr. Carter treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Old Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Damaged Meniscus
    • Chronic Meniscus Injury
    • Degenerative Meniscus Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M23221: Derangement of posterior horn of medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, right knee
    • M23222: Derangement of posterior horn of medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, left knee
    • M23231: Derangement of other medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Arthritis from Injury
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Post-traumatic Right Knee Arthritis
    • Injury-related Right Knee Arthritis
    • Traumatic Right Knee Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M12561: Traumatic arthropathy, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Knee Joint Damage from Injury
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Knee Post-Traumatic Arthritis
    • Injured Left Knee Joint
    • Left Knee Arthritis After Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M12562: Traumatic arthropathy, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Left Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn Left Meniscus
    • Damaged Left Meniscus
    • Left Knee Cartilage Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M23232: Derangement of other medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25521: Pain in right elbow

    What procedures does Dr. Carter perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
    • Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
    • Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Synovectomy (Open)
    • Knee Joint Lining Removal
    • Arthrotomy of Knee

    CPT Codes:

    • 27335: Arthrotomy, with synovectomy, knee; anterior AND posterior including popliteal area

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 648-8020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Carter in Monterey, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Cigna

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Carter's Primary Practice

    21 Upper Ragsdale Dr Ste 100

    Monterey, CA 93940

    (831) 648-8020

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    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 1992765754.

    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. Jeffrey Carter's specialty?

    Dr. Carter is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Monterey, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Carter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jeffrey Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula 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

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    Is Jeffrey Carter accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Carter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Carter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (831) 648-8020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Carter?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (831) 648-8020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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