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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. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Xavier typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Xavier typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Xavier may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Xavier's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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 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
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 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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