Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Childs, Family Medicine Specialist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Christopher Childs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Childs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childs’s office at (218) 786-8364.
What languages does Dr. Childs speak?
Dr. Childs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childs typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childs typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Childs accept my insurance?
Dr. Childs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-8364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childs accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Childs in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Enterprise Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Childs' office located?
What is Dr. Childs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609220466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childs
What is Dr. Christopher Childs's specialty?
Dr. Childs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Duluth, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christopher Childs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childs is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth 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 Christopher Childs accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Childs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Childs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (218) 786-8364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Childs?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (218) 786-8364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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