Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wybourn, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christopher Wybourn, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Wybourn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wybourn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wybourn’s office at (858) 565-0104.
What languages does Dr. Wybourn speak?
Dr. Wybourn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Wybourn typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wybourn 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. Wybourn. 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:
- Concussion
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Wybourn typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wybourn performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wybourn. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Does Dr. Wybourn accept my insurance?
Dr. Wybourn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-0104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wybourn accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Wybourn in San Diego, 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
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wybourn's office located?
Dr. Christopher Wybourn's Primary Practice
7930 Frost St Ste 204
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 565-0104
What is Dr. Wybourn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wybourn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629206925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wybourn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wybourn
What is Dr. Christopher Wybourn's specialty?
Dr. Wybourn is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Christopher Wybourn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wybourn is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Chula Vista 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
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Is Christopher Wybourn accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Wybourn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Wybourn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wybourn's office at (858) 565-0104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wybourn?
Please contact Dr. Wybourn's office at (858) 565-0104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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