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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morriss, Family Medicine Specialist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Christopher Morriss, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Morriss is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morriss’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morriss’s office at (575) 524-9119.
What languages does Dr. Morriss speak?
Dr. Morriss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Morriss treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Morriss 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. Morriss. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Morriss perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Morriss may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Morriss' office.
Does Dr. Morriss accept my insurance?
Dr. Morriss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 524-9119 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morriss accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Morriss in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Morriss' office located?
Dr. Christopher Morriss' Primary Practice
1205 S Solano Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 524-9119
What is Dr. Morriss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morriss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538699947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morriss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morriss
What is Dr. Christopher Morriss's specialty?
Dr. Morriss is a Family Medicine Specialist near Las Cruces, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Morriss to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Morriss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morriss is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Morriss accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Morriss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Morriss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morriss's office at (575) 524-9119 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Morriss?
Please contact Dr. Morriss's office at (575) 524-9119 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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