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Dr. Christopher Jones, MD

Dr. Christopher Jones, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist

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. Dr. Jones is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jones’s practice accepts Medicaid, 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 as a 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Jones typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Jones typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Jones may include:

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

    Does Dr. Jones accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Carepoint Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Jones' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Jones' Primary Practice

    20 Duke Medicine Cir # 3-132

    Durham, NC 27710

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    Dr. Christopher Jones' Practice 2

    3404 Wake Forest Rd

    Raleigh, NC 27609

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    Dr. Christopher Jones' Practice 3

    500 Lauchwood Dr

    Laurinburg, NC 28352

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    What is Dr. Jones's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Scotland Memorial Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Lankenau 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 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' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Jones' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jones' office located?

    Dr. Jones' offices are located in Durham, NC, Raleigh, NC, and Laurinburg, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Jones have?

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