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Dr. Christine Lee, MD

Anesthesiologist

Puyallup, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Anesthesiologist in Puyallup, WA?

    Dr. Christine Lee, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lee graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (253) 445-5828.

    Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lee board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lee typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 445-5828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Puyallup, WA?

    Dr. Lee in Puyallup, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Christine Lee's Primary Practice

    104 27th Ave SE

    Puyallup, WA 98374

    (253) 445-5828

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    Dr. Christine Lee's Practice 2

    400 E Pioneer Ste 204

    Puyallup, WA 98372

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Clare Hospital In Lakewood,Lakewood, WA
    Multicare Tacoma General Hospital,Tacoma, WA

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366647091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is an Anesthesiologist near Puyallup, WA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Christine Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Dr. Christine Lee accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (253) 445-5828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (253) 445-5828 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Lee's office is located in Puyallup, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Lee have?

    Dr. Christine Lee is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.