Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dalinkus, Hospitalist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Christopher Dalinkus, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dalinkus graduated from Touro University - California Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Dalinkus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dalinkus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dalinkus’s office at (404) 367-3014.
Where did Dr. Dalinkus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Touro Center / College of Osteopathic Medicine | Touro University - California Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dalinkus speak?
Dr. Dalinkus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dalinkus treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dalinkus 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. Dalinkus. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Emergency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
- Acute Hypertensive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I161: Hypertensive emergency
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Dalinkus perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Dalinkus may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dalinkus' office.
Does Dr. Dalinkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Dalinkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dalinkus accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Dalinkus in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dalinkus' office located?
Dr. Christopher Dalinkus' Primary Practice
35 Collier Rd NW Ste 635
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 367-3014
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Osteopathic Association, DO
Member
What is Dr. Dalinkus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dalinkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033341078.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dalinkus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dalinkus
What is Dr. Christopher Dalinkus's specialty?
Dr. Dalinkus is a Hospitalist near Atlanta, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Dalinkus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Dalinkus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dalinkus is affiliated with Piedmont Henry 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
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Is Christopher Dalinkus accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dalinkus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Dalinkus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dalinkus's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dalinkus?
Please contact Dr. Dalinkus's office at (404) 367-3014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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