Dr. Christopher Jones, MD
Durham, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jones, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Christopher Jones, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jones is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jones’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jones’s office.
Where did Dr. Jones go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, NC, USA | Duke University Medical Center, Geriatrics, NC, USA | Geriatric Medicine, Duke University Medical Center | Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Duke University Medical Center
Is Dr. Jones board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Jones, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Jones speak?
Dr. Jones and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jones treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Jones 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. Jones. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress-Related Depression
- Depression from Life Changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Which procedures does Dr. Jones perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Jones may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jones' office.
Does Dr. Jones accept my insurance?
Dr. Jones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jones accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Jones in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Jones' office located?
What is Dr. Jones's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487870259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jones?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jones
What is Dr. Christopher Jones's specialty?
Dr. Jones is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Durham, NC. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Jones to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Jones affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Duke Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Christopher Jones accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Jones is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Jones offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Jones?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Jones have?
Dr. Christopher Jones is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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