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Dr. Christopher Kolker, MD

Guilford, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kolker, Family Medicine Specialist in Guilford, CT?

    Dr. Christopher Kolker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Guilford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kolker completed his residency at St Anthony Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Kolker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolker’s office at (203) 453-0677.

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

    • Residency: St Anthony Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok

    Is Dr. Kolker board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kolker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kolker speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kolker treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kolker 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. Kolker. 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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Huntington's Disease
    • Huntington Chorea
    • HD
    • Genetic Brain Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G10: Huntington's disease

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Kolker perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Kolker may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kolker's office.

    Does Dr. Kolker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kolker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 453-0677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kolker accept in Guilford, CT?

    Dr. Kolker in Guilford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kolker's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Kolker's Primary Practice

    652 Boston Post Rd

    Guilford, CT 06437

    (203) 453-0677

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    Dr. Christopher Kolker's Practice 2

    500 E Main St Ste 212

    Branford, CT 06405

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    Dr. Christopher Kolker's Practice 3

    47 Town St

    Norwich, CT 06360

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    2.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

    Check mark

    Diagnosis

    80% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Christopher Kolker a Fair overall experience rating of 2 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kolker has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kolker, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Kolker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346292711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolker?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Kolker's specialty?

    Dr. Kolker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Guilford, CT. 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. Kolker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Kolker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kolker is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, William W. Backus Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Christopher Kolker accepting new patients in Guilford, CT?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Kolker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kolker's office at (203) 453-0677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kolker?

    Please contact Dr. Kolker's office at (203) 453-0677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kolker have?

    Dr. Christopher Kolker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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