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Dr. Christine Murphy, MD

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Dr. Christine Murphy, MD

Schenectady, NY

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murphy, Internist in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Christine Murphy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Murphy completed her residency at U Tex Med Br. Dr. Murphy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murphy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murphy’s office at (518) 374-1444.

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

    • Residency: U Tex Med Br

    • Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    What languages does Dr. Murphy speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Murphy typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
    • Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Buttock
    • Skin Wound on Buttock
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
    • L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
    • Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
    • Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
    • I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Murphy typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Murphy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 374-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murphy accept in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Murphy in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?

    Dr. Christine Murphy's Primary Practice

    2546 Balltown Rd Ste 200

    Schenectady, NY 12309

    (518) 374-1444

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    Dr. Christine Murphy's Practice 2

    170 Warren St

    Glens Falls, NY 12801

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    4.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    80% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Christine Murphy a Great overall experience rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659300283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murphy?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Murphy's specialty?

    Dr. Murphy is a Internist near Schenectady, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Christine Murphy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Christine Murphy accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Christine Murphy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (518) 374-1444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christine Murphy?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (518) 374-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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