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Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen, DO
Riverton, UT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christiansen, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Riverton, UT?
Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverton, UT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Christiansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christiansen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christiansen’s office at (801) 285-4200.
What languages does Dr. Christiansen speak?
Dr. Christiansen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christiansen treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christiansen 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. Christiansen. 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:
- 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Christiansen perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christiansen's office.
Does Dr. Christiansen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christiansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 285-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christiansen accept in Riverton, UT?
Dr. Christiansen in Riverton, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Cambia (Regence)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christiansen's office located?
Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen's Primary Practice
3723 W 12600 S Ste 430
Riverton, UT 84065
(801) 285-4200
Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen's Practice 2
30 N 1900 E Rm AB193
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
(801) 587-9103
What is Dr. Christiansen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christiansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053773598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christiansen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christiansen
What is Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen's specialty?
Dr. Christiansen is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Riverton, UT. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Christiansen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christiansen is affiliated with Riverton Hospital, Alta View Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, UT 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Barbara Lynn Christiansen accepting new patients in Riverton, UT?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Lynn Christiansen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (801) 285-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Lynn Christiansen?
Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (801) 285-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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