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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drummond, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Christopher Drummond, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Drummond graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Dr. Drummond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drummond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drummond’s office at (704) 667-2650.
Where did Dr. Drummond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drummond speak?
Dr. Drummond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drummond typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drummond 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. Drummond. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drummond typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Drummond may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Drummond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drummond accept my insurance?
Dr. Drummond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 667-2650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drummond accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Drummond in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Drummond's office located?
Dr. Christopher Drummond's Primary Practice
14214 Ballantyne Lake Rd Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 667-2650
What is Dr. Drummond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drummond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619288529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drummond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drummond
What is Dr. Christopher Drummond's specialty?
Dr. Drummond is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charlotte, NC.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Christopher Drummond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drummond is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Wellstar Cobb 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Drummond accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Drummond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Drummond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drummond's office at (704) 667-2650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Drummond?
Please contact Dr. Drummond's office at (704) 667-2650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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