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Dr. Christopher Major, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Major, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Major, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Major graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Major is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Major’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Major’s office at (323) 226-6958.

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

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Major board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Major, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Major speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Major typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Major 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. Major. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Brief Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Major typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Major may include:

    Please contact Dr. Major's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Major accept my insurance?

    Dr. Major accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-6958 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Major accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Major in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Major's office located?

    Lacusc Em Resedency

    1200 N State St

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

    (323) 226-6958

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    Dr. Christopher Major's Practice 2

    20687 Amar Rd # 277

    Walnut, CA 91789

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

    Dr. Major's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124286091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Major?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Major's specialty?

    Dr. Major is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    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 Dr. Christopher Major affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Major is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Christopher Major accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Major offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Major's office at (323) 226-6958 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Major?

    Please contact Dr. Major's office at (323) 226-6958 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Major's office located?

    Dr. Major's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Walnut, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Major have?

    Dr. Christopher Major is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.