Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christenson, Neurologist in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Shaun Christenson, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Christenson graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Christenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christenson’s office at (701) 364-8000.
Where did Dr. Christenson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Christenson board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Shaun Christenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Christenson speak?
Dr. Christenson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Christenson typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Christenson 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. Christenson. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
- Somnolence
- Drowsiness
- Feeling sleepy all the time
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
- R400: Somnolence
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Abnormal EMG Test
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual electromyogram
- Irregular EMG results
- Muscle electrical activity test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R94131: Abnormal electromyogram [EMG]
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Christenson typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaun Christenson may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Christenson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Christenson accept my insurance?
Dr. Christenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 364-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christenson accept in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Christenson in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Medica Group
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
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Where is Dr. Christenson's office located?
What is Dr. Christenson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104033968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christenson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christenson
What is Dr. Shaun Christenson's specialty?
Dr. Christenson is a Neurologist near Fargo, ND.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Shaun Christenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christenson is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo 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
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Is Shaun Christenson accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?
Yes, Dr. Shaun Christenson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaun Christenson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (701) 364-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaun Christenson?
Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (701) 364-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shaun Christenson have?
Dr. Shaun Christenson is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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