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Dr. Christopher Gustafson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Gresham, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gustafson, Anesthesiologist in Gresham, OR?

    Dr. Christopher Gustafson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Gresham, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gustafson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gustafson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gustafson’s office at (502) 587-4404.

    What languages does Dr. Gustafson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gustafson typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gustafson 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. Gustafson. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gustafson typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gustafson 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. Gustafson. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Gustafson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gustafson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 587-4404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gustafson accept in Gresham, OR?

    Dr. Gustafson in Gresham, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health & Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gustafson's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Gustafson's Primary Practice

    24800 SE Stark St

    Gresham, OR 97030

    (502) 587-4404

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    Dr. Christopher Gustafson's Practice 2

    525 SE Washington St

    Dallas, OR 97338

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    Dr. Christopher Gustafson's Practice 3

    707 SW Washington St Ste 700

    Portland, OR 97205

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

    Dr. Gustafson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639339096.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gustafson?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Gustafson's specialty?

    Dr. Gustafson is an Anesthesiologist near Gresham, OR.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gustafson is affiliated with Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Christopher Gustafson accepting new patients in Gresham, OR?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Gustafson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (502) 587-4404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (502) 587-4404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gustafson's office located?

    Dr. Gustafson's offices are located in Gresham, OR, Dallas, OR, and Portland, OR.