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Dr. Christian Frye, MD

Surgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frye, Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Christian Frye, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Frye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frye’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frye’s office at (314) 362-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Frye speak?

    Dr. Frye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Frye typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Frye 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. Frye. 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Frye typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Frye 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. Frye. 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:

    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);

    Does Dr. Frye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frye accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Frye in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Frye's office located?

    Dr. Christian Frye's Primary Practice

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (314) 362-5000

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    What is Dr. Frye's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Frye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508386459.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frye?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frye

    What is Dr. Christian Frye's specialty?

    Dr. Frye is a Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Christian Frye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frye is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital 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 Dr. Christian Frye accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Christian Frye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christian Frye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frye's office at (314) 362-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christian Frye?

    Please contact Dr. Frye's office at (314) 362-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Frye's office located?

    Dr. Frye's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.