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Dr. Christopher Xavier, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Xavier, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Xavier, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Xavier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Xavier’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Xavier’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Is Dr. Xavier board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Xavier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Xavier speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Xavier treat?

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

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Xavier perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Xavier's office.

    Does Dr. Xavier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Xavier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Xavier accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Xavier in San Diego, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Xavier's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Xavier's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Christopher Xavier's Practice 2

    16899 W Bernardo Dr

    San Diego, CA 92127

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

    Dr. Xavier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720271307.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Xavier?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Xavier's specialty?

    Dr. Xavier is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Xavier to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Xavier is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Christopher Xavier accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Xavier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Xavier's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Xavier?

    Please contact Dr. Xavier's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Xavier have?

    Dr. Christopher Xavier is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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