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Who is Dr. Hammond, Internist in El Segundo, CA?
Dr. Christopher Hammond, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in El Segundo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office at (310) 279-2134.
Is Dr. Hammond board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hammond, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?
Dr. Hammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammond treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond. 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.
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hammond perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Hammond may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammond's office.
Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 279-2134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammond accept in El Segundo, CA?
Dr. Hammond in El Segundo, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?
Dr. Christopher Hammond's Primary Practice
898 N Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 600
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 279-2134
What is Dr. Hammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316107675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammond
What is Dr. Christopher Hammond's specialty?
Dr. Hammond is a Internist near El Segundo, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Hammond to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hammond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Centinela Hospital Medical Center, West Henderson Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Christopher Hammond accepting new patients in El Segundo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (310) 279-2134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hammond?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (310) 279-2134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hammond have?
Dr. Christopher Hammond is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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