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Dr. Christopher Stem, MD
Charleston, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stem, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Christopher Stem, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Stem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stem’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stem’s office at (412) 692-5135.
What languages does Dr. Stem speak?
Dr. Stem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stem typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stem 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. Stem. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stem typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Stem may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Stem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stem accept my insurance?
Dr. Stem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 692-5135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stem accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Stem in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stem's office located?
Dr. Christopher Stem's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(412) 692-5135
Dr. Christopher Stem's Practice 3
Musc Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital
Charleston, SC 29425
What is Dr. Stem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497136782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stem
What is Dr. Christopher Stem's specialty?
Dr. Stem is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Christopher Stem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stem is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Trident Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Stem accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Stem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Stem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stem's office at (412) 692-5135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Stem?
Please contact Dr. Stem's office at (412) 692-5135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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