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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jones, Critical Care Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Christopher Jones, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jones is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jones’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jones’s office at (619) 691-7000.
What languages does Dr. Jones speak?
Dr. Jones and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Jones typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Jones 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. Jones. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Jones typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Jones 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. Jones. 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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Jones accept my insurance?
Dr. Jones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 691-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jones accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Jones in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jones' office located?
What is Dr. Jones's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700291390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jones?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jones
What is Dr. Christopher Jones's specialty?
Dr. Jones is a Critical Care Internist near Chula Vista, CA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Christopher Jones affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Jones accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Jones is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Jones offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office at (619) 691-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Jones?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office at (619) 691-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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