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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Washington, Surgeon in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Christopher Washington, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Washington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Washington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Washington’s office at (714) 387-3430.
What languages does Dr. Washington speak?
Dr. Washington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Washington typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Washington typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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 Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Washington accept my insurance?
Dr. Washington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 387-3430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Washington accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Washington in Irvine, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Washington's office located?
What is Dr. Washington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Washington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104072446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Washington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Washington
What is Dr. Christopher Washington's specialty?
Dr. Washington is a Surgeon near Irvine, 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 Washington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Washington is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Uci 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 Washington accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Washington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Washington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (714) 387-3430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Washington?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (714) 387-3430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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