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Dr. Christopher Huston, MD

Phoenix, AZ

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Huston, Physiatrist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Christopher Huston, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Huston graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Huston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huston’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huston’s office at (602) 483-6165.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Huston?

    Dr. Christopher Huston, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Huston empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Spine, Spinal Rehabilitation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Huston is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania

    • Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | University of Washington Program

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Huston board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Huston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Huston speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Huston treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Huston 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. Huston. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Scoliosis of the Mid-Lower Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Thoracolumbar Scoliosis
    • Mid-Lower Back Spinal Curve
    • Idiopathic Thoracolumbar Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4125: Other idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Does Dr. Huston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Huston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 483-6165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Huston accept in Phoenix, AZ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Huston's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Huston's Primary Practice

    2222 E Highland Ave Ste 300

    Phoenix, AZ 85016

    (602) 483-6165

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    Dr. Christopher Huston's Practice 2

    10750 W McDowell Rd Ste B210

    Avondale, AZ 85392

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    Dr. Christopher Huston's Practice 3

    14418 W Meeker Blvd

    Sun City West, AZ 85375

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

    Dr. Huston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841276722.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huston?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Huston's specialty?

    Dr. Huston is a Physiatrist near Phoenix, AZ. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Huston to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Huston is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?

    Explore Physiatrist 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 Christopher Huston accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Huston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Huston's office at (602) 483-6165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Huston?

    Please contact Dr. Huston's office at (602) 483-6165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Huston have?

    Dr. Christopher Huston is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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