31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bickford, Internist in Bedford, IN?
Dr. Cristina Bickford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bedford, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Bickford graduated from Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu and completed her residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Bickford is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bickford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bickford’s office at (812) 278-8800.
Where did Dr. Bickford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases | SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu
Is Dr. Bickford board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Bickford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bickford speak?
Dr. Bickford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bickford typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bickford 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. Bickford. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bickford typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bickford 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. Bickford. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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
Does Dr. Bickford accept my insurance?
Dr. Bickford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 278-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bickford accept in Bedford, IN?
Dr. Bickford in Bedford, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bickford's office located?
What is Dr. Bickford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467446260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bickford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bickford
What is Dr. Cristina Bickford's specialty?
Dr. Bickford is a Internist near Bedford, IN.
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. Cristina Bickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bickford is affiliated with Iu Health Bloomington Hospital, Memorial Hospital And Health Care 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
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Is Cristina Bickford accepting new patients in Bedford, IN?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Bickford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Bickford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bickford's office at (812) 278-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Bickford?
Please contact Dr. Bickford's office at (812) 278-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cristina Bickford have?
Dr. Cristina Bickford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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