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Dr. Lisa Carlson, MD

Elizabethtown, PA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Carlson, Pediatrician in Elizabethtown, PA?

    Dr. Lisa Carlson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, PA. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Carlson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Pediatrics. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (800) 243-1455.

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

    • Residency: Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Pediatrics | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Carlson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carlson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carlson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Carlson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 243-1455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Elizabethtown, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Carlson's Primary Practice

    1 Continental Dr

    Elizabethtown, PA 17022

    (800) 243-1455

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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 1386601441.

    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. Lisa Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Pediatrician near Elizabethtown, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    No, Carlson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Medstar Georgetown University 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Lisa Carlson accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Lisa Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (800) 243-1455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (800) 243-1455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Carlson have?

    Dr. Lisa Carlson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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