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Dr. Christopher Dondlinger, MD

Durango, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dondlinger, Internist in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Christopher Dondlinger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Durango, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dondlinger graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Dondlinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dondlinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dondlinger’s office at (970) 247-4311.

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

    • Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Dondlinger speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Internist, Dr. Dondlinger 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. Dondlinger. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

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

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Dondlinger may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dondlinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dondlinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 247-4311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dondlinger accept in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Dondlinger in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dondlinger's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Dondlinger's Primary Practice

    1010 Three Springs Blvd

    Durango, CO 81301

    (970) 247-4311

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    Dr. Christopher Dondlinger's Practice 2

    19021 US Highway 285

    La Jara, CO 81140

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    Dr. Christopher Dondlinger's Practice 3

    1800 E 3rd Ave Ste 109

    Durango, CO 81301

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

    Dr. Dondlinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952318925.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dondlinger?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Dondlinger's specialty?

    Dr. Dondlinger is a Internist near Durango, CO.

    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. Christopher Dondlinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dondlinger is affiliated with Commonspirit - Mercy Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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 Christopher Dondlinger accepting new patients in Durango, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Dondlinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Dondlinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dondlinger's office at (970) 247-4311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dondlinger?

    Please contact Dr. Dondlinger's office at (970) 247-4311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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