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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Upton, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Christopher Upton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Upton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Upton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Upton’s office at (970) 298-2800.
What languages does Dr. Upton speak?
Dr. Upton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Upton treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Upton 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. Upton. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89513: Pressure ulcer of right ankle, stage 3
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Upton perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Upton may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Upton's office.
Does Dr. Upton accept my insurance?
Dr. Upton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 298-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Upton accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Upton in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Upton's office located?
Dr. Christopher Upton's Primary Practice
2698 Patterson Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(970) 298-2800
What is Dr. Upton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Upton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336403328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Upton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Upton
What is Dr. Christopher Upton's specialty?
Dr. Upton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Junction, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Upton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Upton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Upton is affiliated with St. Mary's Regional Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Upton accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Upton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Upton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Upton's office at (970) 298-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Upton?
Please contact Dr. Upton's office at (970) 298-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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