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Dr. Christopher Barnett, MD

Critical Care Internist, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

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. Dr. Barnett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnett’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Barnett typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Barnett typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Barnett 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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. 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Barnett's office located?

    Mcb300

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (202) 877-2339

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    Ucsf Medical Center

    8 Koret Way

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Christopher Barnett's Practice 3

    1635 Divisadero St Ste 625

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Barnett affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Barnett has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Doctors Hospital Of Manteca,Manteca, CA
    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
    Sutter Coast Hospital,Crescent City, CA

    What is Dr. Barnett's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

    Is 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 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Christopher Barnett?

    Please contact Dr. Barnett's office at (202) 877-2339 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barnett's office located?

    Dr. Barnett's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Barnett have?

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