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Dr. Christopher Hughes, MD

Dr. Christopher Hughes, MD

Pulmonologist

Shelby Township, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hughes, Pulmonologist in Shelby Township, MI?

    Dr. Christopher Hughes, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shelby Township, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at St John Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (313) 343-4000.

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

    • Residency: St John Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hughes board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hughes typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hughes typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hughes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 343-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Shelby Township, MI?

    Dr. Hughes in Shelby Township, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Zing Health

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    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Hughes' Primary Practice

    50505 Schoenherr Rd Ste 290

    Shelby Township, MI 48315

    (313) 343-4000

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    Dr. Christopher Hughes' Practice 2

    25319 Little Mack Ave

    Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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    Dr. Christopher Hughes' Practice 3

    21000 E 12 Mile Rd Ste 112

    Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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

    Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194740936.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Hughes's specialty?

    Dr. Hughes is a Pulmonologist near Shelby Township, MI.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Ascension St. John Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Henry Ford 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Hughes accepting new patients in Shelby Township, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Hughes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (313) 343-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (313) 343-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Hughes' offices are located in Shelby Township, MI and Saint Clair Shores, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hughes have?

    Dr. Christopher Hughes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.