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Dr. Christopher Newton, MD, PHD

Dr. Christopher Newton, MD, PHD

Pediatrician

Frisco, TX

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Newton, Pediatrician in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Newton, MD, PHD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Newton graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Newton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Newton’s office at (214) 389-8801.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Newton board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Newton, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Newton speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Newton typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Newton 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. Newton. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
    • Uncommon Metabolic Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Newton typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Newton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Newton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Newton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 389-8801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Newton accept in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Newton in Frisco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Newton's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Newton's Primary Practice

    5560 Independence Pkwy

    Frisco, TX 75035

    (214) 389-8801

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    Dr. Christopher Newton's Practice 2

    940 S Legacy Dr

    Prosper, TX 75078

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    Dr. Christopher Newton's Practice 3

    1935 Medical District Dr

    Dallas, TX 75235

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

    Dr. Newton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558431098.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Newton?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Newton's specialty?

    Dr. Newton is a Pediatrician near Frisco, TX.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Newton is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Frisco, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Christopher Newton accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Newton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Newton's office at (214) 389-8801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Newton?

    Please contact Dr. Newton's office at (214) 389-8801 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Newton's office located?

    Dr. Newton's offices are located in Frisco, TX, Prosper, TX, and Dallas, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Newton have?

    Dr. Christopher Newton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.