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Who is Dr. Fong, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Christina Fong, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Fong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fong’s office at (408) 236-6400.
Is Dr. Fong board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Fong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fong speak?
Dr. Fong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fong treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fong 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. Fong. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fong perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christina Fong may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fong's office.
Does Dr. Fong accept my insurance?
Dr. Fong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 236-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fong accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Fong in South 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
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fong's office located?
Dr. Christina Fong's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(408) 236-6400
What is Dr. Fong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518044452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fong
What is Dr. Christina Fong's specialty?
Dr. Fong is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near South San Francisco, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Fong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South San Francisco Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christina Fong accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Fong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Fong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (408) 236-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Fong?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (408) 236-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Fong have?
Dr. Christina Fong is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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