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Dr. Christopher Sawyer

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist

Virginia Beach, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sawyer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Christopher Sawyer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sawyer graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL. Dr. Sawyer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sawyer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sawyer’s office at (757) 467-4200.

    Where did Dr. Sawyer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Sawyer speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Sawyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sawyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 467-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sawyer accept in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Sawyer in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sawyer's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Sawyer's Primary Practice

    1060 First Colonial Rd

    Virginia Beach, VA 23454

    (757) 467-4200

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    Dr. Christopher Sawyer's Practice 2

    4092 Foxwood Dr Ste 101

    Virginia Beach, VA 23462

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    Dr. Christopher Sawyer's Practice 3

    2800 Godwin Blvd

    Suffolk, VA 23434

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

    Dr. Sawyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326332909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawyer?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Sawyer's specialty?

    Dr. Sawyer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA.

    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 Sawyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sawyer is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake 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 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 Sawyer accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Sawyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sawyer's office at (757) 467-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Sawyer's office at (757) 467-4200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sawyer's office located?

    Dr. Sawyer's offices are located in Virginia Beach, VA and Suffolk, VA.