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Who is Dr. Tymchuk, Infectious Disease Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Christopher Tymchuk, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tymchuk completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Tymchuk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tymchuk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tymchuk’s office at (310) 267-9643.
Where did Dr. Tymchuk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Infectious Disease, UCLA School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles
Is Dr. Tymchuk board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tymchuk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. Tymchuk speak?
Dr. Tymchuk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Tymchuk typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Tymchuk 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. Tymchuk. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Tymchuk typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Tymchuk may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Tymchuk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tymchuk accept my insurance?
Dr. Tymchuk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tymchuk accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tymchuk in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tymchuk's office located?
Dr. Christopher Tymchuk's Primary Practice
757 Westwood Plz Ste 7501
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 267-9643
What is Dr. Tymchuk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tymchuk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104118561.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tymchuk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tymchuk
What is Dr. Christopher Tymchuk's specialty?
Dr. Tymchuk is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Christopher Tymchuk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tymchuk is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Robles Regional 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Tymchuk accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tymchuk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Tymchuk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tymchuk's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Tymchuk?
Please contact Dr. Tymchuk's office at (310) 267-9643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Tymchuk have?
Dr. Christopher Tymchuk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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