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Dr. Christopher Barnett, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barnett, Critical Care Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Barnett, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Barnett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnett’s office at (202) 877-2339.

    Is Dr. Barnett board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Barnett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barnett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Barnett treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Barnett 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. Barnett. 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:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Right-Sided Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure
    • Acute Decompensated Right Heart Failure
    • Sudden Worsening Right Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Cor Pulmonale
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
    • Sudden heart failure
    • Acute congestive heart failure
    • Sudden cardiac decompensation
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5084: End stage heart failure
    • I50813: Acute on chronic right heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Type 2 Heart Attack
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • Type 2 Myocardial Infarction
    • Secondary Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I21A1: Myocardial infarction type 2

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Arrhythmia
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Which procedures does Dr. Barnett perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Barnett may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barnett's office.

    Does Dr. Barnett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barnett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-2339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barnett accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Barnett in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Barnett's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Barnett's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (202) 877-2339

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    Dr. Christopher Barnett's Practice 2

    8 Koret Way

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Christopher Barnett's Practice 3

    1701 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Barnett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538127717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnett?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Barnett's specialty?

    Dr. Barnett is a Critical Care Internist near San Francisco, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Barnett to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Barnett is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Mercy General 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Barnett accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Barnett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barnett's office at (202) 877-2339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Barnett?

    Please contact Dr. Barnett's office at (202) 877-2339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Barnett have?

    Dr. Christopher Barnett is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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