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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carter, Family Medicine Specialist in Kosciusko, MS?
Dr. Benjamin Carter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kosciusko, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Carter graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (662) 289-1800.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine | University Of Al Hospital | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Carter board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carter treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD with Lung Infection
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- COPD Flare-up
- COPD with Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J440: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) lower respiratory infection
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Which procedures does Dr. Carter perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Carter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carter's office.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 289-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Kosciusko, MS?
Dr. Carter in Kosciusko, MS 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 Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Carter's Primary Practice
332 Highway 12 W
Kosciusko, MS 39090
(662) 289-1800
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 1902868961.
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. Benjamin Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kosciusko, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Carter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with UMMC Grenada Hospital, University of Mississippi 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Benjamin Carter accepting new patients in Kosciusko, MS?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (662) 289-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (662) 289-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Carter have?
Dr. Benjamin Carter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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