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Dr. John Christianson, MD

Milwaukee, WI

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christianson, Infectious Disease Specialist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. John Christianson, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Christianson completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Infectious Diseases; University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Christianson is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christianson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christianson’s office at (414) 647-1537.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Infectious Diseases; University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Christianson board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Christianson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Christianson speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Christianson typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Christianson 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. Christianson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Christianson typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Christianson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Christianson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Christianson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christianson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 647-1537 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christianson accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Christianson in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Auxiant

    • Community Health Choice

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Christianson's office located?

    Dr. John Christianson's Primary Practice

    2025 W Oklahoma Ave Ste 110

    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    (414) 647-1537

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    Dr. John Christianson's Practice 2

    8901 W Lincoln Ave

    West Allis, WI 53227

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    Dr. John Christianson's Practice 3

    945 N 12th St

    Milwaukee, WI 53233

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

    Dr. Christianson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114021151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christianson?

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

    What is Dr. John Christianson's specialty?

    Dr. Christianson is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Milwaukee, WI.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. John Christianson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christianson is affiliated with Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Ascension Columbia St. Mary's - Women's Medical Center, Aspirus Rhinelander 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 John Christianson accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. John Christianson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Christianson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christianson's office at (414) 647-1537 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Christianson?

    Please contact Dr. Christianson's office at (414) 647-1537 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Christianson have?

    Dr. John Christianson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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