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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hunt, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christopher Hunt, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Hunt completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Hunt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunt’s office at (858) 279-1212.
Where did Dr. Hunt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Is Dr. Hunt board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hunt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hunt speak?
Dr. Hunt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hunt typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hunt 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. Hunt. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wilson Disease
- Wilson's Syndrome
- Hepatolenticular Degeneration
- Copper Storage Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8301: Wilson's disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hunt typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hunt may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hunt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hunt accept my insurance?
Dr. Hunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 279-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hunt accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hunt in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hunt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Hunt's Primary Practice
4849 Ronson Ct Ste 217
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 279-1212
What is Dr. Hunt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356384481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hunt
What is Dr. Christopher Hunt's specialty?
Dr. Hunt is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hunt is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Hunt accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hunt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hunt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hunt's office at (858) 279-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hunt?
Please contact Dr. Hunt's office at (858) 279-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hunt have?
Dr. Christopher Hunt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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