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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. Dr. Fredericks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fredericks’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fredericks typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fredericks typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Fredericks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christopher Fredericks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fredericks is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center 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 Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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.
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