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Dr. Stephen Christiansen, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Higginsville, MO

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christiansen, Family Medicine Specialist in Higginsville, MO?

    Dr. Stephen Christiansen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Higginsville, MO. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Christiansen completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Christiansen is fluent in English, Croatian, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christiansen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christiansen’s office at (660) 584-2192.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo

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

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Christiansen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Christiansen speak?

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

    • Croatian
    • English
    • German

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

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

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain
    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Aching Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5489: Other dorsalgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Christiansen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Christiansen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christiansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (660) 584-2192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christiansen accept in Higginsville, MO?

    Dr. Christiansen in Higginsville, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Christiansen's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Christiansen's Primary Practice

    3401 Pine St

    Higginsville, MO 64037

    (660) 584-2192

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    What hospitals are Dr. Christiansen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Christiansen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lafayette Regional Health Center,Lexington, MO
    Western Missouri Medical Center,Warrensburg, MO
    Boone Health,Columbia, MO
    Lees Summit Medical Center,Lees Summit, MO
    Fitzgibbon Hospital,Marshall, MO

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

    Dr. Christiansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558367003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christiansen?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Christiansen's specialty?

    Dr. Christiansen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Higginsville, MO.

    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. Stephen Christiansen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christiansen is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center 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 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. Stephen Christiansen accepting new patients in Higginsville, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Christiansen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Christiansen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (660) 584-2192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Christiansen?

    Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (660) 584-2192 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Christiansen's office located?

    Dr. Christiansen's office is located in Higginsville, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Christiansen have?

    Dr. Stephen Christiansen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.