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Dr. Christopher Hawk, MD
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hawk, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Christopher Hawk, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Hawk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hawk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hawk’s office at (360) 318-8800.
What languages does Dr. Hawk speak?
Dr. Hawk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hawk typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hawk 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. Hawk. 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hawk typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hawk may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Hawk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hawk accept my insurance?
Dr. Hawk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 318-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hawk accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Hawk in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hawk's office located?
Dr. Christopher Hawk's Primary Practice
8300 Constitution Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(360) 318-8800
What is Dr. Hawk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hawk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578852265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hawk
What is Dr. Christopher Hawk's specialty?
Dr. Hawk is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hawk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hawk is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Christopher Hawk accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hawk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hawk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hawk's office at (360) 318-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hawk?
Please contact Dr. Hawk's office at (360) 318-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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