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Who is Dr. Wright, Rheumatologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Christopher Wright, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (509) 838-6500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wright?
Dr. Christopher Wright, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wright empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Autoimmune Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Spokane/WA community, Dr. Wright is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0570: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified site without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
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:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Abnormal Urine Test Results
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine findings
- Irregular urinalysis
- Abnormal pee test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Giant cell arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal Arteritis
- GCA
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M315: Giant cell arteritis with polymyalgia rheumatica
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Wright perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Wright may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wright's office.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 838-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Wright in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Administrators
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Northwell Health
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Dr. Christopher Wright's Primary Practice
105 W 8th Ave Ste 6080
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 838-6500
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356571087.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Christopher Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Rheumatologist near Spokane, WA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Wright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wright is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Christopher Wright accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (509) 838-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (509) 838-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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