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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Doerr, Physiatrist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Christopher Doerr, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Doerr graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincents Hosp Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Firelands Comm Hosp-Core, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Doerr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doerr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doerr’s office at (706) 546-1333.
Where did Dr. Doerr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincents Hosp Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Firelands Comm Hosp-Core, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Vincent's Medical Center Program
Medical School: Ohio Univ- Coll Of Osteo Med- Athens Oh | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Doerr board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Doerr, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Doerr speak?
Dr. Doerr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Doerr typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Doerr 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. Doerr. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Doerr typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Doerr may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Doerr's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Doerr accept my insurance?
Dr. Doerr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 546-1333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Doerr accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Doerr in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Doerr's office located?
What is Dr. Doerr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Doerr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679669212.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doerr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Doerr
What is Dr. Christopher Doerr's specialty?
Dr. Doerr is a Physiatrist near Athens, GA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Christopher Doerr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Doerr is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Doerr accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Doerr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Doerr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Doerr's office at (706) 546-1333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Doerr?
Please contact Dr. Doerr's office at (706) 546-1333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Doerr have?
Dr. Christopher Doerr is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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