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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christensen, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Joseph Christensen, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Christensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christensen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christensen’s office at (559) 448-4500.
What languages does Dr. Christensen speak?
Dr. Christensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christensen treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Right Arm Pain
- Left Arm Pain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in right arm
- Right arm discomfort
- Sore right arm
- Ache in left arm
- Left arm discomfort
- Sore left arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79601: Pain in right arm
- M79602: Pain in left arm
Also known as:
- Left Leg Pain
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79605: Pain in left leg
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Christensen perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Christensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 448-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christensen accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Christensen in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christensen's office located?
Dr. Joseph Christensen's Primary Practice
7300 N Fresno St
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 448-4500
What is Dr. Christensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730483769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christensen
What is Dr. Joseph Christensen's specialty?
Dr. Christensen is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Fresno, CA. Contact Dr. Christensen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Christensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christensen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center 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 Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
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Is Joseph Christensen accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Christensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Christensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (559) 448-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Christensen?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (559) 448-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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