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Dr. Christine Block, MD

Dr. Christine Block, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Easton, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Block, Family Medicine Specialist in Easton, PA?

    Dr. Christine Block, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Easton, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Block completed her residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Block is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Block’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Block’s office at (484) 503-0400.

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

    • Residency: Abington Memorial Hospital

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Block board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Block, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Block speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Block typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Block 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. Block. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • History of Pulmonary Embolism
    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Past Lung Blood Clot
    • Previous PE
    • History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Block typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Block may include:

    Please contact Dr. Block's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Block accept my insurance?

    Dr. Block accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 503-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Block accept in Easton, PA?

    Dr. Block in Easton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Block's office located?

    Dr. Christine Block's Primary Practice

    1700 St Lukes Blvd Ste 200

    Easton, PA 18045

    (484) 503-0400

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    Dr. Christine Block's Practice 2

    208 Kevin Ln Ste 101

    Brodheadsville, PA 18322

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

    Dr. Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467476879.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Block?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Block's specialty?

    Dr. Block is a Family Medicine Specialist near Easton, PA.

    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 Dr. Christine Block affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Block is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Pottstown 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Christine Block accepting new patients in Easton, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Block is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Block offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Block's office at (484) 503-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Block?

    Please contact Dr. Block's office at (484) 503-0400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Block's office located?

    Dr. Block's offices are located in Easton, PA and Brodheadsville, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Block have?

    Dr. Christine Block is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.