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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colvin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Christopher Colvin, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Colvin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colvin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colvin’s office at (254) 724-2111.
Where did Dr. Colvin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Colvin speak?
Dr. Colvin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colvin typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colvin 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. Colvin. 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:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colvin typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Colvin may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Colvin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colvin accept my insurance?
Dr. Colvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colvin accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Colvin in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Pacific Life Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Colvin's office located?
What is Dr. Colvin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861454670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colvin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colvin
What is Dr. Christopher Colvin's specialty?
Dr. Colvin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Temple, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Christopher Colvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colvin is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Colvin accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Colvin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Colvin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colvin's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Colvin?
Please contact Dr. Colvin's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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