Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen
Overview
Joseph Christiansen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Christiansen is currently accepting new patients.
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- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen by calling their office at 713-524-3434. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen is classified as an Experienced expert for Retinal Detachment, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-524-3434 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Christiansen isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Christiansen isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Christiansen isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.

