21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christian, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. David Christian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Christian graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Ft Wayne Med Educ Prog, Family Practice. Dr. Christian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christian’s office at (661) 664-0434.
Where did Dr. Christian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ft Wayne Med Educ Prog, Family Practice | Ft Wayne Med Edu Program
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Christian board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Christian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christian speak?
Dr. Christian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christian typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christian 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. Christian. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christian typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christian 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. Christian. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Christian accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 664-0434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christian accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Christian in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Christian's office located?
Dr. David Christian's Primary Practice
500 Old River Rd Ste 145
Bakersfield, CA 93311
(661) 664-0434
What is Dr. Christian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154353951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christian
What is Dr. David Christian's specialty?
Dr. Christian is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. David Christian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christian is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Christian accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Christian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Christian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christian's office at (661) 664-0434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Christian?
Please contact Dr. Christian's office at (661) 664-0434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Christian have?
Dr. David Christian is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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