Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Straughn, Pediatrician in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Christopher Straughn, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Straughn graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Straughn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Straughn’s office at (972) 284-7770.
Where did Dr. Straughn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College Of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals Pediatrics Chief Resident and Instructor Of Pediatri
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Straughn board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Straughn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Straughn speak?
Dr. Straughn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Straughn typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Straughn 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. Straughn. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66009: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Straughn typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Straughn 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. Straughn. 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
Also known as:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Straughn accept my insurance?
Dr. Straughn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 284-7770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Straughn accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Straughn in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Healthfirst New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WebTPA
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Where is Dr. Straughn's office located?
Dr. Christopher Straughn's Primary Practice
7777 Forest Ln Ste B445
Dallas, TX 75230
(972) 284-7770
What is Dr. Straughn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Straughn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619920386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Straughn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Straughn
What is Dr. Christopher Straughn's specialty?
Dr. Straughn is a Pediatrician near Dallas, 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 this Dr. Christopher Straughn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Straughn is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Dallas 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
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Is Christopher Straughn accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Straughn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Straughn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Straughn's office at (972) 284-7770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Straughn?
Please contact Dr. Straughn's office at (972) 284-7770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Straughn have?
Dr. Christopher Straughn is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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