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Dr. Christopher Bowns, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bowns, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Bowns, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Bowns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bowns’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bowns’s office at (661) 327-4647.

    What languages does Dr. Bowns speak?

    Dr. Bowns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bowns typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bowns 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. Bowns. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bowns typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Bowns may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bowns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bowns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bowns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-4647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bowns accept in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bowns' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Bowns' Primary Practice

    420 34th St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 327-4647

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    What is Dr. Bowns's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bowns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407004807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bowns?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bowns

    What is Dr. Christopher Bowns's specialty?

    Dr. Bowns is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bowns is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Bowns accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Bowns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Bowns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bowns' office at (661) 327-4647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Bowns' office at (661) 327-4647 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bowns' office located?

    Dr. Bowns' office is located in Bakersfield, CA.