Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaughns, Internist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Christopher Vaughns, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vaughns completed his residency at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Dr. Vaughns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaughns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaughns’s office at (313) 577-1396.
Where did Dr. Vaughns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eisenhower Army Medical Center
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (Medical Education)
What languages does Dr. Vaughns speak?
Dr. Vaughns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vaughns typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vaughns 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. Vaughns. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vaughns typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Vaughns may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Vaughns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaughns accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaughns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 577-1396 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaughns accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Vaughns in Detroit, MI 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 Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vaughns' office located?
Dr. Christopher Vaughns' Primary Practice
2799 W Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 577-1396
What is Dr. Vaughns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaughns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861757205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaughns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaughns
What is Dr. Christopher Vaughns's specialty?
Dr. Vaughns is a Internist near Detroit, MI.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Vaughns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaughns is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills 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 Vaughns accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vaughns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vaughns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaughns's office at (313) 577-1396 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vaughns?
Please contact Dr. Vaughns's office at (313) 577-1396 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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