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Dr. Christopher Flynn, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Flynn, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Flynn, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Flynn graduated from University of Minnesota Med School, completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Flynn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flynn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flynn’s office at (805) 682-7111.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Flynn speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flynn 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. Flynn. 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 here.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Flynn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Flynn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 682-7111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Flynn accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Flynn in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Santa Barbara Select IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Flynn's office located?

    Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

    351 S Patterson Ave

    Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    (805) 682-7111

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    Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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

    Dr. Flynn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548373426.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flynn?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Flynn's specialty?

    Dr. Flynn is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, 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 this Dr. Christopher Flynn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Flynn is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Los Robles Regional 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 Christopher Flynn accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Flynn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Flynn's office at (805) 682-7111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Flynn?

    Please contact Dr. Flynn's office at (805) 682-7111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Flynn have?

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

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