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Dr. Christopher Vandivort, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vandivort, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Vandivort, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Vandivort is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vandivort’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vandivort’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Vandivort speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vandivort typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vandivort 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. Vandivort. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vandivort typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Vandivort may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vandivort's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Vandivort accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vandivort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vandivort accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Vandivort in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Vandivort's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Vandivort's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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

    Dr. Vandivort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063876126.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vandivort?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Vandivort's specialty?

    Dr. Vandivort is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Vandivort is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Sutter Delta 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Christopher Vandivort accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Vandivort offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vandivort's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Vandivort?

    Please contact Dr. Vandivort's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vandivort's office located?

    Dr. Vandivort's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.