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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koford, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in New Albany, IN?
Dr. Chris Koford, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New Albany, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Koford completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koford’s office at (812) 948-6786.
Where did Dr. Koford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Koford board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Chris Koford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Koford speak?
Dr. Koford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Koford typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Koford 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. Koford. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Koford typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Chris Koford may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Koford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koford accept my insurance?
Dr. Koford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 948-6786 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koford accept in New Albany, IN?
Dr. Koford in New Albany, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Koford's office located?
Dr. Chris Koford's Primary Practice
3104 Blackiston Blvd
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 948-6786
What is Dr. Koford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568651842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koford
What is Dr. Chris Koford's specialty?
Dr. Koford is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near New Albany, IN.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Chris Koford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koford is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Baptist Health Louisville, Ogden Regional 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 - Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chris Koford accepting new patients in New Albany, IN?
Yes, Dr. Chris Koford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chris Koford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koford's office at (812) 948-6786 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chris Koford?
Please contact Dr. Koford's office at (812) 948-6786 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chris Koford have?
Dr. Chris Koford is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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