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Dr. Richard Carlson Jr, MD

Tonawanda, NY

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlson Jr, Internist in Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. Richard Carlson Jr, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tonawanda, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlson Jr graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlson Jr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson Jr’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson Jr’s office at (716) 332-4476.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carlson Jr?

    Dr. Richard Carlson Jr, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Carlson Jr empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tonawanda/NY community, Dr. Carlson Jr is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Carlson Jr board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Carlson Jr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carlson Jr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carlson Jr treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Carlson Jr 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 Jr. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • 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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Carlson Jr perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Carlson Jr may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carlson Jr's office.

    Does Dr. Carlson Jr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson Jr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 332-4476 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson Jr accept in Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. Carlson Jr in Tonawanda, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthNow New York

    • Independent Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carlson Jr's office located?

    Dr. Richard Carlson Jr's Primary Practice

    1491 Sheridan Dr Ste 100

    Tonawanda, NY 14217

    (716) 332-4476

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    Dr. Richard Carlson Jr's Practice 2

    275 Northpointe Pkwy Ste 50

    Amherst, NY 14228

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

    Dr. Carlson Jr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740246735.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson Jr?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Carlson Jr's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson Jr is a Internist near Tonawanda, NY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Carlson Jr is affiliated with Buffalo General Medical Center, Kenmore Mercy Hospital 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Richard Carlson Jr accepting new patients in Tonawanda, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Carlson Jr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson Jr's office at (716) 332-4476 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Carlson Jr?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson Jr's office at (716) 332-4476 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Carlson Jr have?

    Dr. Richard Carlson Jr is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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