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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fowler, Internist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Christopher Fowler, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Fowler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fowler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fowler’s office at (408) 851-1000.
Is Dr. Fowler board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fowler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fowler speak?
Dr. Fowler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fowler treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fowler 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. Fowler. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Unspecified Joint Disease
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Condition
- Joint Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M129: Arthropathy, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Fowler perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Fowler 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. Fowler. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Fowler accept my insurance?
Dr. Fowler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fowler accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Fowler in Santa Clara, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Fowler's office located?
Dr. Christopher Fowler's Primary Practice
710 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 851-1000
What is Dr. Fowler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fowler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619027414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fowler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fowler
What is Dr. Christopher Fowler's specialty?
Dr. Fowler is a Internist near Santa Clara, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Fowler to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Fowler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fowler is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Christopher Fowler accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fowler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Fowler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fowler's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fowler?
Please contact Dr. Fowler's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Fowler have?
Dr. Christopher Fowler is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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