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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stafford, Critical Care Internist in Beaufort, SC?
Dr. Christopher Stafford, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Beaufort, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stafford completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stafford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (843) 522-5775.
Where did Dr. Stafford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine | Naval Med Center
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Stafford board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?
Dr. Stafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Stafford treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Which procedures does Dr. Stafford perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Stafford may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stafford's office.
Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Stafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 522-5775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stafford accept in Beaufort, SC?
Dr. Stafford in Beaufort, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?
Dr. Christopher Stafford's Primary Practice
955 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 522-5775
What is Dr. Stafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275613796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stafford
What is Dr. Christopher Stafford's specialty?
Dr. Stafford is a Critical Care Internist near Beaufort, SC. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Stafford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stafford is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Christopher Stafford accepting new patients in Beaufort, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Stafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (843) 522-5775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Stafford?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (843) 522-5775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Stafford have?
Dr. Christopher Stafford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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