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Dr. Christopher Hill, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Fort Dodge, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hill, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. Christopher Hill, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Dodge, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hill graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Hill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hill’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hill’s office at (319) 235-3916.

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

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hill speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hill typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hill 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. Hill. 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hill typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hill may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hill accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 235-3916 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hill accept in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. Hill in Fort Dodge, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Hill's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Hill's Primary Practice

    802 Kenyon Rd

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

    (319) 235-3916

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    Dr. Christopher Hill's Practice 2

    1825 Logan Ave

    Waterloo, IA 50703

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

    Dr. Hill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063670248.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hill?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Hill's specialty?

    Dr. Hill is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fort Dodge, IA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Christopher Hill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hill is affiliated with Olmsted Medical Center, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Dekalb Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Hill accepting new patients in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Hill is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Hill offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hill's office at (319) 235-3916 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Hill?

    Please contact Dr. Hill's office at (319) 235-3916 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hill's office located?

    Dr. Hill's offices are located in Fort Dodge, IA and Waterloo, IA.