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Dr. Christopher Danford, MD
Saint George, UT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Danford, Transplant Hepatologist in Saint George, UT?
Dr. Christopher Danford, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Saint George, UT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Danford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danford’s office.
What languages does Dr. Danford speak?
Dr. Danford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Danford treat?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Danford 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. Danford. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Portal hypertension
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- High Blood Pressure
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- High blood pressure in the portal vein
- Liver portal pressure
- Elevated portal venous pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R188: Other ascites
- K766: Portal hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- General Cancer Screening
- Unspecified Cancer Check
- Screening for Rare Cancers
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Hepatitis
- Hepatitis C
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Alcohol-induced hepatitis
- Alcoholic liver inflammation
- Acute alcoholic hepatitis
- Hep C
- HCV infection
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7010: Alcoholic hepatitis without ascites
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagus Disorder
- Varices of the Esophagus
- Enlarged Esophageal Veins
- Dilated Esophageal Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Danford perform?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Danford 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. Danford. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Danford accept my insurance?
Dr. Danford 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. Danford accept in Saint George, UT?
Dr. Danford in Saint George, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Blue Cross of Idaho
Cambia (Regence)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Danford's office located?
Dr. Christopher Danford's Primary Practice
1380 E Medical Center Dr
Saint George, UT 84790
Dr. Christopher Danford's Practice 2
5171 S Cottonwood St Ste 210
Salt Lake Cty, UT 84107
What is Dr. Danford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Danford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790123321.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danford
What is Dr. Christopher Danford's specialty?
Dr. Danford is a Transplant Hepatologist near Saint George, UT. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Danford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Danford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Danford is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center, Park City Hospital, Utah Valley Hospital, McKay-Dee Hospital, Bingham Memorial Hospital, Logan 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 Danford accepting new patients in Saint George, UT?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Danford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Danford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Danford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Danford?
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