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Dr. Christopher Brown, MD

Dr. Christopher Brown, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Pulmonologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Brown, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Brown graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alameda County Medical Center, Highland Hospital. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (415) 923-3421.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brown?

    Dr. Christopher Brown, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Brown empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Insomnia, Narcolepsy, Pulmonary Disease, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Brown is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California

    • Residency: Alameda County Medical Center, Highland Hospital | Highland General Hospital

    • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Brown typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Brown typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Brown may include:

    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 (415) 923-3421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Brown's Primary Practice

    1100 Van Ness Ave Ste 1005

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (415) 923-3421

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    Dr. Christopher Brown's Practice 2

    2351 Clay St # 501

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?A 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 1104900901.

    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 Pulmonologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Brown accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    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 (415) 923-3421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (415) 923-3421 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

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