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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bristow, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, TX?
Dr. Christopher Bristow, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Bristow graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Texas OPTI/John Peter Smith Hospital Program. Dr. Bristow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bristow’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bristow’s office at (903) 389-7730.
Where did Dr. Bristow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas OPTI/John Peter Smith Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center
What languages does Dr. Bristow speak?
Dr. Bristow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bristow treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bristow 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. Bristow. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bristow perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Bristow may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bristow's office.
Does Dr. Bristow accept my insurance?
Dr. Bristow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 389-7730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bristow accept in Athens, TX?
Dr. Bristow in Athens, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
University of Texas
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Where is Dr. Bristow's office located?
Dr. Christopher Bristow's Primary Practice
2000 S Palestine St
Athens, TX 75751
(903) 389-7730
Dr. Christopher Bristow's Practice 2
304 S Daugherty Ave
Eastland, TX 76448
(254) 629-2601
What is Dr. Bristow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bristow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487672861.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bristow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bristow
What is Dr. Christopher Bristow's specialty?
Dr. Bristow is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Athens, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Bristow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Bristow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bristow is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler, Navarro Regional 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 Bristow accepting new patients in Athens, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Bristow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Bristow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (903) 389-7730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Bristow?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (903) 389-7730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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