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Dr. Christopher Patton, DO

Albuquerque, NM

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patton, Physiatrist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Christopher Patton, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Patton graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Utah Hospital. Dr. Patton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patton’s office at (505) 724-4300.

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

    • Residency: University Of Utah Hospital | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Patton board certified in Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Patton speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Patton treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Patton 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. Patton. 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
    • Mid-Back 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
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    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:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion
    • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
    • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    Does Dr. Patton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 724-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patton accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Patton in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Patton's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Patton's Primary Practice

    2100 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste 410

    Albuquerque, NM 87110

    (505) 724-4300

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    Dr. Christopher Patton's Practice 2

    2101 Unser Blvd SE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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    Dr. Christopher Patton's Practice 3

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 6600

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

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

    Dr. Patton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417935941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patton?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Patton's specialty?

    Dr. Patton is a Physiatrist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Patton to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patton is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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

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    Is Christopher Patton accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Patton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patton's office at (505) 724-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Patton?

    Please contact Dr. Patton's office at (505) 724-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Patton have?

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

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