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Dr. Christopher Hougen, MD

Dr. Christopher Hougen, MD

Mission Hills, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hougen, Family Medicine Specialist in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Hougen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hougen completed his residency at Glendale Adventist Medical Center. Dr. Hougen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hougen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hougen’s office at (818) 365-9531.

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

    • Residency: Glendale Adventist Medical Center

    Is Dr. Hougen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Hougen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hougen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hougen typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hougen 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. Hougen. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hougen typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hougen 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. Hougen. 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:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Hougen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hougen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 365-9531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hougen accept in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Hougen in Mission Hills, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hougen's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Hougen's Primary Practice

    11211 Sepulveda Blvd

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

    (818) 365-9531

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

    Dr. Hougen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750309746.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hougen?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Hougen's specialty?

    Dr. Hougen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mission Hills, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hougen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Christopher Hougen accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Hougen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hougen's office at (818) 365-9531 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hougen?

    Please contact Dr. Hougen's office at (818) 365-9531 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hougen have?

    Dr. Christopher Hougen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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