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Dr. Christopher Keefer, MD
Nashville, TN
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Keefer, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Christopher Keefer, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Keefer graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Keefer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Keefer’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Keefer’s office at (615) 327-5555.
Where did Dr. Keefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Keefer board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Keefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Keefer speak?
Dr. Keefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Keefer treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Keefer 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. Keefer. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Dental Screening
- Dental Health
- Dental Check-up
- Oral Health Screening
- Teeth Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1384: Encounter for screening for dental disorders
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Adolescent Development Checkup
- Teen Development
- Teen development exam
- Puberty checkup
- Adolescent growth assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z003: Encounter for examination for adolescent development state
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
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:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Preventive Immune Treatment for RSV
- RSV prophylactic immunotherapy
- RSV immune prevention
- Preventive RSV treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2911: Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapy for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Keefer perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Keefer may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Keefer's office.
Does Dr. Keefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Keefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 327-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Keefer accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Keefer in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Assurant
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Keefer's office located?
Dr. Christopher Keefer's Primary Practice
1005 Dr Db Todd Jr Blvd
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 327-5555
What is Dr. Keefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Keefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164579033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Keefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Keefer
What is Dr. Christopher Keefer's specialty?
Dr. Keefer is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Nashville, TN. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Keefer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Keefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Keefer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Meharry Medical College, Nashville General 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Christopher Keefer accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Keefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Keefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Keefer's office at (615) 327-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Keefer?
Please contact Dr. Keefer's office at (615) 327-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Keefer have?
Dr. Christopher Keefer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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