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    Who is Dr. George, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in New York, NY?

    Dr. Christopher George, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. George is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (212) 639-5809.

    What languages does Dr. George speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. George typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. George 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. George. 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Cataract
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. George typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Christopher George may include:

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

    Does Dr. George accept my insurance?

    Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-5809 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. George in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. George's office located?

    Dr. Christopher George's Primary Practice

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 639-5809

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

    Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538864525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher George's specialty?

    Dr. George is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near New York, NY.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Christopher George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, George is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: El Camino Health - Los Gatos Hospital. 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 George accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    No, Dr. Christopher George is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher George offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. George's office at (212) 639-5809 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher George?

    Please contact Dr. George's office at (212) 639-5809 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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