Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andres, Family Medicine Specialist in Tunkhannock, PA?
Dr. Christopher Andres, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tunkhannock, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Andres graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Robt Packer Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Andres is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Tagalog, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andres’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andres’s office at (570) 836-4294.
Where did Dr. Andres go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Robt Packer Hosp, Family Medicine | Robt Packer Hospital | Robert Packer Hospital/Guthrie Program
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Andres board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Andres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Andres speak?
Dr. Andres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
French
German
Hebrew
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Russian
Tagalog
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Yiddish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Andres typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Andres 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. Andres. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Andres typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Andres may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Andres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Andres accept my insurance?
Dr. Andres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 836-4294 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andres accept in Tunkhannock, PA?
Dr. Andres in Tunkhannock, PA 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)
Highmark Health
Humana
Jefferson Health
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Andres' office located?
Dr. Christopher Andres' Primary Practice
512 Towne Plz Ste 124
Tunkhannock, PA 18657
(570) 836-4294
What is Dr. Andres's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114999703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andres?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andres
What is Dr. Christopher Andres's specialty?
Dr. Andres is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tunkhannock, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christopher Andres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andres is affiliated with Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital 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
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Is Christopher Andres accepting new patients in Tunkhannock, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Andres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Andres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andres's office at (570) 836-4294 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Andres?
Please contact Dr. Andres's office at (570) 836-4294 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Andres have?
Dr. Christopher Andres is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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