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Dr. Christopher Byrd, MD

Dr. Christopher Byrd, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Chapel Hill, NC

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Byrd, Family Medicine Specialist in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Christopher Byrd, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Byrd completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Byrd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Byrd’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Byrd’s office at (919) 552-8914.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Byrd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Byrd speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd. 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 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Shrinking Thyroid Gland
    • Acquired Thyroid Wasting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Byrd may include:

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

    Does Dr. Byrd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Byrd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 552-8914 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Byrd accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Byrd in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Byrd's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Byrd's Primary Practice

    940 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (919) 552-8914

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    Dr. Christopher Byrd's Practice 2

    1617 N Main St # 100

    Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

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    Dr. Christopher Byrd's Practice 3

    110 Horizon Dr Ste 310

    Raleigh, NC 27615

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

    Dr. Byrd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619074804.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Byrd?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Byrd's specialty?

    Dr. Byrd is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chapel Hill, NC.

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

    Yes, Dr. Byrd is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 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 Dr. Christopher Byrd accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Byrd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (919) 552-8914 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (919) 552-8914 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Byrd's office located?

    Dr. Byrd's offices are located in Chapel Hill, NC, Fuquay Varina, NC, and Raleigh, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Byrd have?

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