Dr. Carl Christensen, MD
Ann Arbor, MI
40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Christensen, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Carl Christensen, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Christensen completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Christensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christensen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christensen’s office.
Where did Dr. Christensen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Hutzel Hospital Wayne St | DMC Hutzel Women's Hospital
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Christensen board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carl Christensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Christensen speak?
Dr. Christensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christensen typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain from Injury
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Post-traumatic chronic pain
- Long-term pain after injury
- Persistent pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G8921: Chronic pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christensen typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carl Christensen may include:
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Christensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christensen accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Christensen in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Christensen's office located?
What is Dr. Christensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598703621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christensen
What is Dr. Carl Christensen's specialty?
Dr. Christensen is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Ann Arbor, MI.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Carl Christensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Christensen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carl Christensen accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. Carl Christensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Christensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Christensen?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Christensen have?
Dr. Carl Christensen is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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