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Dr. Christopher Hewitt, DO
Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Internist
San Marcos, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hewitt, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Marcos, TX?
Dr. Christopher Hewitt, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Marcos, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hewitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hewitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hewitt’s office at (512) 353-8979.
What languages does Dr. Hewitt speak?
Dr. Hewitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hewitt typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hewitt 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. Hewitt. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hewitt typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hewitt may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hewitt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hewitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Hewitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 353-8979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hewitt accept in San Marcos, TX?
Dr. Hewitt in San Marcos, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hewitt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Hewitt's Primary Practice
1301 Wonder World Dr
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 353-8979
What is Dr. Hewitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hewitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194953117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hewitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hewitt
What is Dr. Christopher Hewitt's specialty?
Dr. Hewitt is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Marcos, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hewitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hewitt is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
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Is Christopher Hewitt accepting new patients in San Marcos, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hewitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hewitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hewitt's office at (512) 353-8979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hewitt?
Please contact Dr. Hewitt's office at (512) 353-8979 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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