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Who is Dr. Penn, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Christopher Penn, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, KS. He is board certified. Dr. Penn completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Penn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penn’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penn’s office at (785) 843-5160.
Where did Dr. Penn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of Ks Med Center
Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks
Is Dr. Penn board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Penn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penn speak?
Dr. Penn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Penn typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Penn 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. Penn. 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:
- Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID)
- Immune System and Disorder
- Common variable immune deficiency
- CVID
- Acquired Hypogammaglobulinemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D839: Common variable immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Penn typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Penn may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Penn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penn accept my insurance?
Dr. Penn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 843-5160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penn accept in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Penn in Lawrence, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Penn's office located?
Dr. Christopher Penn's Primary Practice
4525 W 6th St Ste 100
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 843-5160
What is Dr. Penn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992702492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penn
What is Dr. Christopher Penn's specialty?
Dr. Penn is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Lawrence, KS.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Christopher Penn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Penn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lawrence Memorial Hospital - Lawrence, KS. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Christopher Penn accepting new patients in Lawrence, KS?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Penn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Penn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (785) 843-5160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Penn?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (785) 843-5160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Penn have?
Dr. Christopher Penn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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