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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christiansen, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Sandy Christiansen, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Christiansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christiansen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christiansen’s office at (503) 494-4910.
What languages does Dr. Christiansen speak?
Dr. Christiansen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Christiansen typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christiansen 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. Christiansen. 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Christiansen typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christiansen 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. Christiansen. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Christiansen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christiansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-4910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christiansen accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Christiansen in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Christiansen's office located?
Dr. Sandy Christiansen's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-4910
What is Dr. Christiansen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christiansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407112832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christiansen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christiansen
What is Dr. Sandy Christiansen's specialty?
Dr. Christiansen is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Portland, OR.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Sandy Christiansen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christiansen is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Peacehealth Southwest 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandy Christiansen accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Sandy Christiansen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandy Christiansen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (503) 494-4910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandy Christiansen?
Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (503) 494-4910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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