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Dr. Christopher Wray, MD

Los Angeles, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wray, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Wray, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Wray completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology; Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wray is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wray’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wray’s office at (312) 695-9797.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology; Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Wray board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Wray, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wray speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wray typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wray 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. Wray. 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:

    • Elective Abortion
    • Abortion
    • Planned abortion
    • Voluntary termination of pregnancy
    • Induced abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Long-term liver failure
    • Liver Disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Progressive liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wray typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wray performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wray. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Wray accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wray accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Wray in Los Angeles, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wray's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Wray's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (312) 695-9797

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    Dr. Christopher Wray's Practice 2

    1245 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Wray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841224151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wray?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Wray's specialty?

    Dr. Wray is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Wray affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wray is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Wray accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Wray offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wray's office at (312) 695-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wray?

    Please contact Dr. Wray's office at (312) 695-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Wray have?

    Dr. Christopher Wray is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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