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Dr. Christopher Mills, MD

Opelika, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mills, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Opelika, AL?

    Dr. Christopher Mills, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mills is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mills’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mills’s office at (205) 939-7295.

    What languages does Dr. Mills speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Mills accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mills accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-7295 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mills accept in Opelika, AL?

    Dr. Mills in Opelika, AL 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

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mills' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Mills' Primary Practice

    2000 Pepperell Pkwy

    Opelika, AL 36801

    (205) 939-7295

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    Dr. Christopher Mills' Practice 2

    805 Friendship Rd

    Tallassee, AL 36078

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    Dr. Christopher Mills' Practice 3

    4800 48th St

    Valley, AL 36854

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mills affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mills has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Mills's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871976134.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mills?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Mills's specialty?

    Dr. Mills is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Opelika, AL.

    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 Mills affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mills is affiliated with East Alabama 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Christopher Mills accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Mills offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mills' office at (205) 939-7295 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Mills' office at (205) 939-7295 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mills' office located?

    Dr. Mills' offices are located in Opelika, AL, Tallassee, AL, and Valley, AL.