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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perkins, Orthopedic Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Christopher Perkins, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perkins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perkins’s office at (713) 873-8890.
What languages does Dr. Perkins speak?
Dr. Perkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Perkins treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19171: Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Chronic Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Osteomyelitis
- Long-term Bone Infection
- Persistent Bone Infection
- Infected Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86661: Other chronic osteomyelitis, right tibia and fibula
Which procedures does Dr. Perkins perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Perkins may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perkins' office.
Does Dr. Perkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Perkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 873-8890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perkins accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Perkins in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Memorial Hermann
Molina
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Perkins' office located?
Dr. Christopher Perkins' Primary Practice
1502 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 873-8890
What is Dr. Perkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851547871.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perkins
What is Dr. Christopher Perkins's specialty?
Dr. Perkins is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Houston, TX. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Perkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Perkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perkins is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Perkins accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Perkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Perkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perkins's office at (713) 873-8890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Perkins?
Please contact Dr. Perkins's office at (713) 873-8890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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