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Dr. Christopher Wattigny, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Nacogdoches, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wattigny, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Nacogdoches, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Wattigny, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nacogdoches, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wattigny is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wattigny’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wattigny’s office at (870) 779-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Wattigny speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wattigny typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wattigny 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. Wattigny. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wattigny typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Wattigny may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wattigny's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wattigny accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wattigny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 779-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wattigny accept in Nacogdoches, TX?

    Dr. Wattigny in Nacogdoches, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wattigny's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Wattigny's Primary Practice

    4920 NE Stallings Dr

    Nacogdoches, TX 75965

    (870) 779-6000

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    Suite 304

    1100 E Loop 304

    Crockett, TX 75835

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    Dr. Christopher Wattigny's Practice 3

    300 Wilson St

    Henderson, TX 75652

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

    Dr. Wattigny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679868830.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wattigny?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Wattigny's specialty?

    Dr. Wattigny is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Nacogdoches, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Christopher Wattigny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wattigny is affiliated with Nacogdoches Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System, Shannon Medical Center, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Christus Highland 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Wattigny accepting new patients in Nacogdoches, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Wattigny is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Wattigny offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wattigny's office at (870) 779-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Wattigny?

    Please contact Dr. Wattigny's office at (870) 779-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wattigny's office located?

    Dr. Wattigny's offices are located in Nacogdoches, TX, Crockett, TX, and Henderson, TX.