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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brown, Critical Care Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Christopher Brown, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (210) 358-1972.
What languages does Dr. Brown speak?
Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Brown typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Scalp Bruise
- Bruises
- Bruised scalp
- Scalp contusion
- Head bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Brown typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Brown may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Brown's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-1972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Brown in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brown's office located?
Dr. Christopher Brown's Primary Practice
4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 358-1972
What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295266716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown
What is Dr. Christopher Brown's specialty?
Dr. Brown is a Critical Care Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Christopher Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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
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Is Christopher Brown accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Brown is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Brown offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (210) 358-1972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Brown?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (210) 358-1972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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