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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Showers, Nephrologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Christopher Showers, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Showers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Showers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Showers’s office at (718) 670-2000.
What languages does Dr. Showers speak?
Dr. Showers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Showers typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Showers 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. Showers. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Showers typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Showers may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Showers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Showers accept my insurance?
Dr. Showers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Showers accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Showers in San Francisco, 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
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Showers' office located?
Dr. Christopher Showers' Primary Practice
500 Parnassus Ave # 418
San Francisco, CA 94143
(718) 670-2000
What is Dr. Showers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Showers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922661339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Showers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Showers
What is Dr. Christopher Showers's specialty?
Dr. Showers is a Nephrologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Christopher Showers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Showers is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Showers accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Showers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Showers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Showers's office at (718) 670-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Showers?
Please contact Dr. Showers's office at (718) 670-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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