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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Family Medicine Specialist in Stanford, KY?
Dr. Christopher Sims, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Sims graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Trover Cli Fndn, Family Practice. Dr. Sims is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sims’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (606) 365-1547.
Where did Dr. Sims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Trover Cli Fndn, Family Practice | Billings Clinic Program
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sims typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sims typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 365-1547 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Stanford, KY?
Dr. Sims in Stanford, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386687457.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. Christopher Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Family Medicine Specialist near Stanford, KY.
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 this Dr. Christopher Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Lake Cumberland Regional 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
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Is Christopher Sims accepting new patients in Stanford, KY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (606) 365-1547 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (606) 365-1547 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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