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Dr. Christopher Rombaoa, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rombaoa, Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Rombaoa, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rombaoa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rombaoa’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rombaoa’s office at (415) 600-4025.

    What languages does Dr. Rombaoa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rombaoa treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rombaoa 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. Rombaoa. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
    • Dyssynergic Defecation
    • Obstructed Defecation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • IBS-C
    • Constipation-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    What procedures does Dr. Rombaoa perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rombaoa 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. Rombaoa. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Submucosal Injections
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
    • Stomach Scope with Medication
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Enteroscopy with Hemostasis
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Ileum Endoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 44378: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; with control of bleeding (eg, injection, bipolar cautery, unipolar cautery, laser, heater probe, stapler, plasma coagulator)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Floor Biofeedback Training (Additional Time)
    • Pelvic Floor Biofeedback
    • Perineal Muscle Biofeedback
    • Anorectal Biofeedback
    • Urethral Sphincter Biofeedback
    • Perineal muscle training
    • Anorectal biofeedback
    • Urethral sphincter training
    • EMG biofeedback

    CPT Codes:

    • 90913: Biofeedback training, perineal muscles, anorectal or urethral sphincter, including EMG and/or manometry, when performed; each additional 15 minutes of one-on-one physician or other qualified health care professional contact with the patient (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 90912: Biofeedback training, perineal muscles, anorectal or urethral sphincter, including EMG and/or manometry, when performed; initial 15 minutes of one-on-one physician or other qualified health care professional contact with the patient

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Motility Study
    • Esophageal Balloon Distension Study
    • Esophageal manometry
    • Swallowing function test
    • GERD test
    • Esophageal pressure study
    • Esophageal distension test
    • Balloon provocation test
    • Esophageal pain study

    CPT Codes:

    • 91010: Esophageal motility (manometric study of the esophagus and/or gastroesophageal junction) study with interpretation and report;
    • 91040: Esophageal balloon distension study, diagnostic, with provocation when performed

    Also known as:

    • Wireless Esophageal pH Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Bravo pH Test
    • Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
    • Acid Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Rombaoa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rombaoa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-4025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rombaoa accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Rombaoa in San Francisco, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rombaoa's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Rombaoa's Primary Practice

    1100 Van Ness Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (415) 600-4025

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    Dr. Christopher Rombaoa's Practice 2

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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

    Dr. Rombaoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225457211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rombaoa?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Rombaoa's specialty?

    Dr. Rombaoa is a Gastroenterologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Rombaoa to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rombaoa is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Novato Community Hospital, Mills-Peninsula 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

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    Is Christopher Rombaoa accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Rombaoa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rombaoa's office at (415) 600-4025 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Rombaoa?

    Please contact Dr. Rombaoa's office at (415) 600-4025 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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