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Dr. Christopher Showers, MD

San Francisco, CA

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, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Showers 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Showers perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Showers may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Showers' office.

    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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • SelectCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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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

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    Dr. Christopher Showers' Practice 2

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Christopher Showers' Practice 3

    1701 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    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. 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. Contact Dr. Showers to book an appointment today.

    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, Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania 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 Nephrologist?

    Explore Nephrologist with 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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