CF
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fredericks, Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Christopher Fredericks is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Fredericks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fredericks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fredericks’s office at (505) 224-7000.
What languages does Dr. Fredericks speak?
Dr. Fredericks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fredericks treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fredericks 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. Fredericks. 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Nutritional Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Dietary Anemia
- Malnutrition Anemia
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal Abdominal Imaging
- Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
- Abnormal belly scan
- Unusual abdominal imaging
- Abdominal scan findings
- Abnormal liver scan
- Unusual bile duct imaging
- Liver imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
- R935: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other abdominal regions, including retroperitoneum
- R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fredericks perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Fredericks may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fredericks' office.
Does Dr. Fredericks accept my insurance?
Dr. Fredericks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 224-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fredericks accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Fredericks in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Fredericks' office located?
Dr. Christopher Fredericks' Primary Practice
1100 Lead Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7000
What is Dr. Fredericks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fredericks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265094965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fredericks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fredericks
What is Dr. Christopher Fredericks's specialty?
Dr. Fredericks is a Gastroenterologist near Albuquerque, NM. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Fredericks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Fredericks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fredericks is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
Explore Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christopher Fredericks accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fredericks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Fredericks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office at (505) 224-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fredericks?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office at (505) 224-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Gastroenterologist Near Albuquerque, NM
YA
Gastroenterologist
Accepting patientsDr. Yasser Alsamman, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM
VM
Gastroenterologist
Accepting patientsDr. Vipin Mittal is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM
NC
Gastroenterologist
Accepting patientsDr. Nathaly Cortez Bazan, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM