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Who is Dr. Edwards, Pediatrician in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Christopher Edwards, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office.
Is Dr. Edwards board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Edwards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?
Dr. Edwards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Edwards treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Epileptic Spasms with Status Epilepticus
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Refractory infantile spasms status epilepticus
- Drug-resistant continuous spasms
- Severe epileptic spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40823: Epileptic spasms, intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Newborn Temperature Regulation Problems
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Newborn Temp Control Issues
- Infant Temperature Problems
- Neonatal Temperature Dysregulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- P819: Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
What procedures does Dr. Edwards perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?
Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Edwards in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Group Benefit Services
Molina
State of Nebraska
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?
What is Dr. Edwards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275793903.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edwards
What is Dr. Christopher Edwards's specialty?
Dr. Edwards is a Pediatrician near Little Rock, AR. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Edwards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Mercy Hospital Springfield, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, NE, Bryan Health Kearney Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Christopher Edwards accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Edwards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Edwards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Edwards?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Edwards have?
Dr. Christopher Edwards is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Edwards
1 Childrens Way # 653
Little Rock, AR 72202