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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Quijano, Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Christopher Quijano, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Quijano is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quijano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quijano’s office at (805) 730-1470.
What languages does Dr. Quijano speak?
Dr. Quijano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Quijano typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Quijano 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. Quijano. 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:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Quijano typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Quijano 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. Quijano. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Laparoscopic Omental Tacking
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Keyhole omentopexy
- Minimally invasive omental tacking
- Laparoscopic omentum fixation
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
- 49326: Laparoscopy, surgical; with omentopexy (omental tacking procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Does Dr. Quijano accept my insurance?
Dr. Quijano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 730-1470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Quijano accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Quijano in Santa Barbara, 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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Quijano's office located?
Dr. Christopher Quijano's Primary Practice
216 W Pueblo St Ste A
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 730-1470
What is Dr. Quijano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Quijano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912314295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quijano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Quijano
What is Dr. Christopher Quijano's specialty?
Dr. Quijano is a Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Christopher Quijano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Quijano is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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
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Is Christopher Quijano accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Quijano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Quijano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Quijano's office at (805) 730-1470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Quijano?
Please contact Dr. Quijano's office at (805) 730-1470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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