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Dr. James Christenson, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christenson, Anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. James Christenson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Christenson graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Christenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christenson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christenson’s office at (317) 338-2345.

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

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Christenson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Christenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Christenson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Christenson treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christenson 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. Christenson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does Dr. Christenson perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christenson 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. Christenson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Block
    • Groin Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Injection
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64425: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric nerves

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Christenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 338-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christenson accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Christenson in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Postal Workers Union APWU

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Christenson's office located?

    Dr. James Christenson's Primary Practice

    2001 W 86th St

    Indianapolis, IN 46260

    (317) 338-2345

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    Dr. James Christenson's Practice 2

    13500 N Meridian St

    Carmel, IN 46032

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

    Dr. Christenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346222387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christenson?

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

    What is Dr. James Christenson's specialty?

    Dr. Christenson is a Anesthesiologist near Indianapolis, IN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Christenson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Christenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christenson is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 James Christenson accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. James Christenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Christenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (317) 338-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Christenson?

    Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (317) 338-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Christenson have?

    Dr. James Christenson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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