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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christopher, Critical Care Internist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Wade Christopher is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. He is board certified. Dr. Christopher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christopher’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christopher’s office at (601) 815-1292.
What languages does Dr. Christopher speak?
Dr. Christopher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christopher treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Christopher 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. Christopher. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
- Belly lump
- Pelvic mass
- Abdominal swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenal Problems
- Adrenal Disease
- Adrenal Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E278: Other specified disorders of adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Which procedures does Dr. Christopher perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wade Christopher may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christopher's office.
Does Dr. Christopher accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-1292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christopher accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Christopher in Jackson, MS 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 Mississippi
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christopher's office located?
What is Dr. Christopher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christopher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205220217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christopher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christopher
What is Dr. Wade Christopher's specialty?
Dr. Christopher is a Critical Care Internist near Jackson, MS. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Christopher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wade Christopher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christopher is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Merit Health Madison 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 Wade Christopher accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Wade Christopher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wade Christopher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christopher's office at (601) 815-1292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wade Christopher?
Please contact Dr. Christopher's office at (601) 815-1292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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