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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Internist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Christopher Smith is an Internist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (256) 428-4900.
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Smith may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 428-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Smith in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Christopher Smith's Primary Practice
9000 Bailey Cove Rd SE
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 428-4900
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629650056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Christopher Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Internist near Huntsville, AL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Christopher Smith accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (256) 428-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (256) 428-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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