Overview

Byron Carter is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years.

His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, and Emphysema.

Dr. Carter is board certified in Physician Assistant.

Graduate Institution

Wake Forest University Physician Assistant Program, 2003.0

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Physician Assistant in NC

Board Certifications

Physician Assistant

Hospital Affiliations

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wilmington (Cardiothoracic Surgery)
1912 Tradd Court, Wilmington, NC 28401
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Byron Carter

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Byron Carter?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Byron Carter by calling their office at 910-251-3766. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Byron Carter a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Byron Carter is classified as an Experienced expert for Lung Nodules, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Byron Carter specialize in?

While Dr. Byron Carter is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Byron Carter accept my insurance?

Dr. Byron Carter accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 910-251-3766 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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