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Dr. Christopher Appleton, MD

Dr. Christopher Appleton, MD

Scottsdale, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Appleton, Cardiologist in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Christopher Appleton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Appleton graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Appleton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appleton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appleton’s office at (480) 301-8000.

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

    • Fellowship: Research Fellowship - Cardiac Research Fellow, Steven Goldman, M.D., Section Head: Tucson Veterans Administration Hospital

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Hospital | Arizona Health Sciences Center | Stanford University Medical Center | Arizona Health Sciences Center | UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Appleton board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Appleton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Appleton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Appleton typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Appleton 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. Appleton. 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:

    • Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Appleton typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Appleton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Appleton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Appleton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Appleton accept in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Appleton in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Appleton's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Appleton's Primary Practice

    13400 E Shea Blvd

    Scottsdale, AZ 85259

    (480) 301-8000

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

    Dr. Appleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891778528.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appleton?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Appleton's specialty?

    Dr. Appleton is a Cardiologist near Scottsdale, AZ.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Appleton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Appleton is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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 Appleton accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Appleton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Appleton's office at (480) 301-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Appleton?

    Please contact Dr. Appleton's office at (480) 301-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Appleton have?

    Dr. Christopher Appleton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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