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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friendly, Family Medicine Specialist in Piedmont, SC?
Dr. Christopher Friendly is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Piedmont, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Friendly is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friendly’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friendly’s office at (864) 512-1475.
What languages does Dr. Friendly speak?
Dr. Friendly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Friendly typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Friendly 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. Friendly. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Friendly typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Friendly may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Friendly's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Friendly accept my insurance?
Dr. Friendly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 512-1475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friendly accept in Piedmont, SC?
Dr. Friendly in Piedmont, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Friendly's office located?
Dr. Christopher Friendly's Primary Practice
2110 Highway 86 Ste C
Piedmont, SC 29673
(864) 512-1475
What is Dr. Friendly's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friendly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376283739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friendly?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friendly
What is Dr. Christopher Friendly's specialty?
Dr. Friendly is a Family Medicine Specialist near Piedmont, SC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christopher Friendly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friendly is affiliated with Anmed Health Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christopher Friendly accepting new patients in Piedmont, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Friendly is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Friendly offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friendly's office at (864) 512-1475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Friendly?
Please contact Dr. Friendly's office at (864) 512-1475 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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