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Dr. Christopher Butts, PHD, DO

West Reading, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Butts, Critical Care Surgeon in West Reading, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Butts, PHD, DO is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Reading, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Butts graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Butts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butts’s office at (732) 235-7766.

    Where did Dr. Butts go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Butts speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Butts typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Butts 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. Butts. 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:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Injury to Internal Abdominal Organs
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Abdominal Organ Trauma
    • Belly Organ Injury
    • Internal Abdominal Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S36898A: Other injury of other intra-abdominal organs, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Butts typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Butts performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Butts. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Butts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-7766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butts accept in West Reading, PA?

    Dr. Butts in West Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Butts' office located?

    Trauma Tower Health Medical Group

    420 S 5th Ave

    West Reading, PA 19611

    (732) 235-7766

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    Dr. Christopher Butts' Practice 2

    18 Centre Dr

    Monroe Twp, NJ 08831

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    Dr. Christopher Butts' Practice 3

    125 Paterson St Ste 4100

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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

    Dr. Butts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609137348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butts?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Butts's specialty?

    Dr. Butts is a Critical Care Surgeon near West Reading, PA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

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

    Yes, Dr. Butts is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 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

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    Is Christopher Butts accepting new patients in West Reading, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Butts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butts's office at (732) 235-7766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Butts?

    Please contact Dr. Butts's office at (732) 235-7766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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