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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Force, Hospitalist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Christopher Force, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Force graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Force is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Force’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Force’s office at (210) 358-4000.
Where did Dr. Force go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Force speak?
Dr. Force and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Force treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Force 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. Force. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Force perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Force may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Force's office.
Does Dr. Force accept my insurance?
Dr. Force accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Force accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Force in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Force's office located?
Dr. Christopher Force's Primary Practice
4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 358-4000
What is Dr. Force's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Force's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144583865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Force?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Force
What is Dr. Christopher Force's specialty?
Dr. Force is a Hospitalist near San Antonio, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Force to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Force affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Force is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, TX 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Christopher Force accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Force is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Force offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Force's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Force?
Please contact Dr. Force's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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