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Who is Dr. Carroll, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Kristen Carroll, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Carroll completed her residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, General Surgery and is currently affiliated with Shriners Hospital For Children. Dr. Carroll is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carroll’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carroll’s office at (801) 536-3500.
Where did Dr. Carroll go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Carroll board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Carroll, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Carroll speak?
Dr. Carroll and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Carroll typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carroll 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. Carroll. 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:
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia
- CP with spastic diplegia
- Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Carroll typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carroll 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. Carroll. 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:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Growth Plate Surgery of Thigh Bone
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
- Epiphysiodesis of Femur
- Greater Trochanter Growth Arrest
- Thigh Bone Growth Plate Stapling
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
- 27185: Epiphyseal arrest by epiphysiodesis or stapling, greater trochanter of femur
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
- Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
- Adductor Tenotomy Hip
- Open Release of Hip Adductor
CPT Codes:
- 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open
Does Dr. Carroll accept my insurance?
Dr. Carroll accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 536-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carroll accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Carroll in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Intermountain Health
Molina Healthcare
State of Idaho
State of Utah
UnitedHealth Group
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Carroll's office located?
Dr. Kristen Carroll's Primary Practice
590 S Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 536-3500
Dr. Kristen Carroll's Practice 3
100 N Mario Capecchi Dr Ste 4550
Salt Lake City, UT 84113
What is Dr. Carroll's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carroll's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366407488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carroll?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carroll
What is Dr. Kristen Carroll's specialty?
Dr. Carroll is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Salt Lake City, UT.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Kristen Carroll affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carroll is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shriners Children's Salt Lake City. 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
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Is Kristen Carroll accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Carroll is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Carroll offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carroll's office at (801) 536-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Carroll?
Please contact Dr. Carroll's office at (801) 536-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Carroll have?
Dr. Kristen Carroll is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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