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Who is Dr. Gayer, Pediatric Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Christopher Gayer, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Gayer graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Detroit Receiving Hospital. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons American Academy of Pediatrics American Pediatric Surgery Association A. Dr. Gayer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gayer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gayer’s office at (323) 361-4974.
Where did Dr. Gayer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Detroit Receiving Hospital | Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Gayer board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Gayer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Gayer speak?
Dr. Gayer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gayer treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Gayer 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. Gayer. 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:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Appendix Inflammation
- Appendix Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K37: Unspecified appendicitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Birth Defect
- Anal Disorder
- Birth Defects
- Imperforate Anus
- Congenital Anal Atresia
- Blocked Anus at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q423: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of anus without fistula
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Hirschsprung disease
- Congenital Megacolon
- Aganglionic Megacolon
- Hirschsprung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q431: Hirschsprung's disease
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Fecal Smearing
- Bowel Movement
- Stool Smearing
- Fecal Leakage
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R151: Fecal smearing
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Functional Intestinal Disorder
- Digestive Disease
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- Digestive Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K599: Functional intestinal disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Gayer perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Gayer may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gayer's office.
Does Dr. Gayer accept my insurance?
Dr. Gayer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-4974 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gayer accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gayer in Los Angeles, 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
Altamed Health Services
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gayer's office located?
Dr. Christopher Gayer's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-4974
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons American Academy of Pediatrics American Pediatric Surgery Association A
Member
What is Dr. Gayer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gayer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497963268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gayer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gayer
What is Dr. Christopher Gayer's specialty?
Dr. Gayer is a Pediatric Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Gayer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Gayer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gayer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gayer accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Gayer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Gayer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gayer's office at (323) 361-4974 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Gayer?
Please contact Dr. Gayer's office at (323) 361-4974 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Gayer have?
Dr. Christopher Gayer is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Dermatology.
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