16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prihoda, Family Medicine Specialist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Christopher Prihoda, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Prihoda completed his residency at Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program, Sugar Land. Dr. Prihoda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prihoda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prihoda’s office.
Where did Dr. Prihoda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program, Sugar Land
Is Dr. Prihoda board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Prihoda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prihoda speak?
Dr. Prihoda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prihoda typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prihoda 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. Prihoda. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prihoda typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Prihoda may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Prihoda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prihoda accept my insurance?
Dr. Prihoda 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. Prihoda accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Prihoda in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prihoda's office located?
Dr. Christopher Prihoda's Primary Practice
8000 Research Forest Dr Ste 360
The Woodlands, TX 77382
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Prihoda?
Dr. Prihoda has appointments available at his The Woodlands, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Rising Stars
What is Dr. Prihoda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prihoda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083620413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prihoda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prihoda
What is Dr. Christopher Prihoda's specialty?
Dr. Prihoda is a Family Medicine Specialist near The Woodlands, TX.
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 Prihoda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prihoda is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 Prihoda accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Prihoda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Prihoda offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Prihoda, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Prihoda?
Please contact Dr. Prihoda's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Prihoda have?
Dr. Christopher Prihoda is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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