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Dr. Katherine Childress, MD

Dr. Katherine Childress, MD

Saint Louis, MO

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    Who is Dr. Childress, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Katherine Childress, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Childress completed her residency at Saint Louis University School of Medicine (STL). Dr. Childress is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childress’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childress’s office at (314) 977-5400.

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

    • Fellowship: Saint Louis University School of Medicine (STL)

    • Residency: Saint Louis University School of Medicine (STL)

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine (STL)

    What languages does Dr. Childress speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Childress treat?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childress 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. Childress. 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:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
    • Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
    • High-Risk Obstetric History Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
    • O09293: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
    • Geriatric multigravida care
    • Older mom with previous pregnancies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Obesity during pregnancy
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Obesity
    • Maternal obesity
    • Obesity in pregnancy
    • Weight issues in pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Poor Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Fetal Growth Restriction
    • Small for Gestational Age
    • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Screening
    • Prenatal Testing
    • Antenatal Testing
    • Pregnancy Screening
    • Maternal Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z369: Encounter for antenatal screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After-birth Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care Visit
    • Maternal Postpartum Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up

    What procedures does Dr. Childress perform?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childress 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. Childress. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Does Dr. Childress accept my insurance?

    Dr. Childress accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 977-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Childress accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Childress in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Childress' office located?

    Dr. Katherine Childress' Primary Practice

    1031 Bellevue Ave Ste 400

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

    (314) 977-5400

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    Dr. Katherine Childress' Practice 2

    6420 Clayton Rd Ste 291

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

    (314) 781-4772

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    Dr. Katherine Childress' Practice 3

    12303 Depaul Dr Ssm Health Depaul Hospital Physici

    Bridgeton, MO 63044

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

    Dr. Childress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619130010.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childress?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Childress's specialty?

    Dr. Childress is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Childress to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Childress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Childress is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - St. Louis. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Katherine Childress accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Childress is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Childress offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Childress's office at (314) 977-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Childress?

    Please contact Dr. Childress's office at (314) 977-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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