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Who is Dr. Griffith, Gastroenterologist in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Christopher Griffith, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Southaven, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Griffith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffith’s office.
Is Dr. Griffith board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Griffith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Griffith speak?
Dr. Griffith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Griffith treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Griffith 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. Griffith. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Which procedures does Dr. Griffith perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Griffith may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griffith's office.
Does Dr. Griffith accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffith accept in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Griffith in Southaven, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Griffith's office located?
Dr. Christopher Griffith's Primary Practice
7900 Airways Blvd Ste 101
Southaven, MS 38671
What is Dr. Griffith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588735617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffith
What is Dr. Christopher Griffith's specialty?
Dr. Griffith is a Gastroenterologist near Southaven, MS. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Griffith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Griffith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Griffith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown 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 Griffith accepting new patients in Southaven, MS?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Griffith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Griffith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffith's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Griffith?
Please contact Dr. Griffith's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Griffith have?
Dr. Christopher Griffith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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