Summary

Dr. Michele Carpenter is a surgeon who specializes in surgery with over four decades of experience serving patients. She earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her surgical training through residency programs at Naval Hospital San Diego. Dr. Carpenter is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Carpenter practices at Saint Joseph Hospital Orange and sees patients in Orange, California. She focuses on treating breast cancer, including cases where the cancer has spread or returned, as well as Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing radiation therapy procedures and working with specialized medical devices like insulin pens and autoinjectors. Patients have given Dr. Carpenter an average rating of 4.5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Naval Hospital San Diego
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Regents of the University of California - Orange

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475Orange, CA 92868

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4.5 
43 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Orange , CABellflower , CAAnaheim , CABaldwin Park , CA
Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michele Mauer Carpenter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Optima Health - Medicaid
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Michele Mauer Carpenter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michele Mauer Carpenter has the following area of expertise

  • Breast Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Michele Mauer Carpenter holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Naval Hospital San Diego in 1989, Naval Hospital San Diego in 1984, Naval Hospital, San Diego in 1983, and Naval Medical Center San Diego in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Michele Mauer Carpenter's NPI number is 1770543712.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Michele Carpenter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Michele Carpenter accepting new patients?
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Where is Michele Carpenter's office located?
Michele Carpenter's office is located at 1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475, Orange, CA, 92868.
What languages does Michele Carpenter speak?
Michele Carpenter speaks English.

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