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Who is Dr. Colom Bickford, Family Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Maria Colom Bickford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Colom Bickford is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colom Bickford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colom Bickford’s office at (505) 272-6607.
What languages does Dr. Colom Bickford speak?
Dr. Colom Bickford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colom Bickford typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colom Bickford 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. Colom Bickford. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colom Bickford typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colom Bickford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Colom Bickford. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Colom Bickford accept my insurance?
Dr. Colom Bickford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-6607 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colom Bickford accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Colom Bickford 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Colom Bickford's office located?
Dr. Maria Colom Bickford's Primary Practice
3630 Las Estancias Dr SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 272-6607
Dr. Maria Colom Bickford's Practice 2
MSC 09-5040 I University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
What is Dr. Colom Bickford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colom Bickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740761972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colom Bickford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colom Bickford
What is Dr. Maria Colom Bickford's specialty?
Dr. Colom Bickford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Maria Colom Bickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colom Bickford 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
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Is Maria Colom Bickford accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Maria Colom Bickford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Colom Bickford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colom Bickford's office at (505) 272-6607 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Colom Bickford?
Please contact Dr. Colom Bickford's office at (505) 272-6607 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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