Dr. Christopher J Unrein
Geriatric Medicine in Castle Rock, Colorado
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 36+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Christopher J Unrein Jr., DO,FACOI,DO FACOI FACP CMD, is a Geriatric Medicine specialist in Castle Rock, Colorado. He attended and graduated from University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Geriatric Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. Dr. Christopher J Unrein also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Christopher Unrein Do Pc. Dr. Christopher J Unrein accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Christopher J Unrein at 1287 S Perry to request Dr. Christopher J Unrein the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Christopher J Unrein Jr. |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6002881042 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 36 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
- FACOI
- DO FACOI FACP CMD
Education and Training
- Dr. Christopher J Unrein attended and graduated from University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences in 1988.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1225033095
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, June 16, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Sunday, November 9, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Christopher J Unrein
Medical Licenses
Dr. Christopher J Unrein has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 36 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 30143 | Colorado |
- Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
click for detail Geriatric Medicine An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
| 30143 | Colorado |
- Internal Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
| 30143 | Colorado |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Wheat Ridge, Colorado | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Christopher Unrein Do Pc | 1 |
Practice Locations
1287 S Perry
Castle Rock, CO 80101-1977
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Sunday, November 9, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Christopher J Unrein [NPI: 1225033095]Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine