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Who is Dr. Christo, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Paul Christo, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Christo completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Christo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christo’s office at (410) 955-6353.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Christo?
Dr. Paul Christo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Christo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Low Back, Pain-Spine, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), Spinal Cord Stimulation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore, MD community, Dr. Christo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Christo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Christo board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Christo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Christo speak?
Dr. Christo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Christo typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christo 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. Christo. 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:
- 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:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Christo typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christo 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. Christo. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Christo accept my insurance?
Dr. Christo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-6353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christo accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Christo in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Cigna
Cigna Group
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Health
Harvard Pilgrim
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Christo's office located?
What is Dr. Christo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093767980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christo
What is Dr. Paul Christo's specialty?
Dr. Christo is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Paul Christo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christo is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Christo accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Paul Christo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Christo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christo's office at (410) 955-6353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Christo?
Please contact Dr. Christo's office at (410) 955-6353 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Christo have?
Dr. Paul Christo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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