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Dr. Christopher Faison, MD

Hood River, OR

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Faison, Family Medicine Specialist in Hood River, OR?

    Dr. Christopher Faison, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hood River, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Faison graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University Program. Dr. Faison is fluent in English, German, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faison’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faison’s office at (509) 493-2133.

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

    • Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Program

    • Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Faison speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faison typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Faison 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. Faison. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faison typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Faison may include:

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

    Does Dr. Faison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Faison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 493-2133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Faison accept in Hood River, OR?

    Dr. Faison in Hood River, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Choice Health Network

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Faison's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Faison's Primary Practice

    849 Pacific Ave

    Hood River, OR 97031

    (509) 493-2133

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    Dr. Christopher Faison's Practice 2

    212 NE Skyline Dr

    White Salmon, WA 98672

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    Dr. Christopher Faison's Practice 3

    875 SW Rock Creek Dr

    Stevenson, WA 98648

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    What hospitals are Dr. Faison affiliated with?

    Dr. Faison has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Skyline Hospital,White Salmon, WA
    Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital,Hood River, OR

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

    Dr. Faison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033434964.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faison?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Faison's specialty?

    Dr. Faison is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hood River, OR.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    No, Dr. Faison is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Skyline Hospital, Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Faison accepting new patients in Hood River, OR?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Faison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Faison's office at (509) 493-2133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Faison's office at (509) 493-2133 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Faison's office located?

    Dr. Faison's offices are located in Hood River, OR, White Salmon, WA, and Stevenson, WA.