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Dr. Christopher Crist, MD

Dr. Christopher Crist, MD

Lubbock, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Crist, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Crist, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. Dr. Crist is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crist’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crist’s office at (806) 743-3150.

    What languages does Dr. Crist speak?

    Dr. Crist and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Crist typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Crist 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. Crist. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Bone Infection
    • Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Crist typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Crist may include:

    Please contact Dr. Crist's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Crist accept my insurance?

    Dr. Crist accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 743-3150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Crist accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Crist in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Crist's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Crist's Primary Practice

    3601 4th St

    Lubbock, TX 79430

    (806) 743-3150

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    What hospitals are Dr. Crist affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Crist has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Umc Health System,Lubbock, TX
    Cogdell Memorial Hospital,Snyder, TX

    What is Dr. Crist's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Crist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598051856.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crist?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crist

    What is Dr. Christopher Crist's specialty?

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Christopher Crist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Crist is affiliated with Roosevelt General 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Dr. Christopher Crist accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Crist is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Crist offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Crist's office at (806) 743-3150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Crist?

    Please contact Dr. Crist's office at (806) 743-3150 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Crist's office located?

    Dr. Crist's office is located in Lubbock, TX.