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Dr. Christopher Kahn, MD

Dr. Christopher Kahn, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kahn, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Kahn, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kahn graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at University Ca Irvine Med Center. Dr. Kahn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kahn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kahn’s office at (619) 543-3115.

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

    • Residency: University Ca Irvine Med Center

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin | UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine | Chief, Division of Emergency Medical Services and Disaster Medicine | UCLA School of Public Health, Los Angeles | Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine

    Is Dr. Kahn board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kahn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kahn speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kahn treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kahn 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. Kahn. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, 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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Kahn perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kahn's office.

    Does Dr. Kahn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kahn accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kahn 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kahn's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Kahn's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-3115

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    Dr. Christopher Kahn's Practice 2

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Christopher Kahn's Practice 3

    8910 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 100

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Kahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366510661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kahn?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Kahn's specialty?

    Dr. Kahn is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kahn to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Kahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kahn is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Tri-City 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Christopher Kahn accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Kahn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kahn's office at (619) 543-3115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kahn?

    Please contact Dr. Kahn's office at (619) 543-3115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kahn have?

    Dr. Christopher Kahn is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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