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Who is Dr. Christian, Family Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Caress Christian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Christian completed his residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program. Dr. Christian is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christian’s office.
Where did Dr. Christian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program
Is Dr. Christian board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Caress Christian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christian speak?
Dr. Christian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christian typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christian 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. Christian. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christian typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christian 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. Christian. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Christian accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christian accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Christian in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Christian's office located?
What is Dr. Christian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285806729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christian
What is Dr. Caress Christian's specialty?
Dr. Christian is a Family Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Caress Christian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christian is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre General 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Caress Christian accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Caress Christian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caress Christian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christian's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caress Christian?
Please contact Dr. Christian's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Caress Christian have?
Dr. Caress Christian is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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