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Dr. Christopher Behrens

Dr. Christopher Behrens

Seattle, WA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Behrens, Family Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Christopher Behrens is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Behrens graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Behrens is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrens’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrens’s office at (206) 744-5865.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Behrens?

    Dr. Christopher Behrens is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Behrens empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis, HIV Primary Care, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Behrens is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | Ucsf Hospital | University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals | UCSF - Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Behrens board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Behrens is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1999

    What languages does Dr. Behrens speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behrens typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behrens typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behrens performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Behrens. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Behrens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 744-5865 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behrens accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Behrens in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Behrens' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Behrens' Primary Practice

    325 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98104

    (206) 744-5865

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    Dr. Christopher Behrens' Practice 2

    345 6th St Ste 300

    Bremerton, WA 98337

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

    Dr. Behrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982780789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrens?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Behrens's specialty?

    Dr. Behrens is a Family Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA.

    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 Behrens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Behrens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harborview Medical Center. 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 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 Behrens accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Behrens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Behrens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (206) 744-5865 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Behrens?

    Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (206) 744-5865 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Behrens have?

    Dr. Christopher Behrens is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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