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Dr. Christopher Vaughn, MD

Fayetteville, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vaughn, Diagnostic Radiologist in Fayetteville, NY?

    Dr. Christopher Vaughn, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Vaughn completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Vaughn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaughn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaughn’s office at (315) 452-2555.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology

    • Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions

    Is Dr. Vaughn board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Vaughn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Vaughn speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Vaughn typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Vaughn 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. Vaughn. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
    • Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
    • Unevenly Dense Breasts
    • Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Vaughn typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Vaughn 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. Vaughn. 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:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly
    • Percutaneous fluid drainage
    • Abscess drainage with imaging
    • Peritoneal fluid aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
    • 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Vaughn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vaughn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 452-2555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vaughn accept in Fayetteville, NY?

    Dr. Vaughn in Fayetteville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Vaughn's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Vaughn's Primary Practice

    4117 Medical Center Dr Ste 117

    Fayetteville, NY 13066

    (315) 452-2555

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    Dr. Christopher Vaughn's Practice 2

    301 Prospect Ave

    Syracuse, NY 13203

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    Dr. Christopher Vaughn's Practice 3

    1259 Fisher Ave

    Cortland, NY 13045

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

    Dr. Vaughn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497728091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaughn?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Vaughn's specialty?

    Dr. Vaughn is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Fayetteville, NY.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Vaughn is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny, Upstate University 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Vaughn accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Vaughn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vaughn's office at (315) 452-2555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vaughn?

    Please contact Dr. Vaughn's office at (315) 452-2555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Vaughn have?

    Dr. Christopher Vaughn is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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