Dr. Christopher Chisholm, MD
San Diego, CA
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chisholm, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Chisholm graduated from New Jersey Medical School Newark, New Jersey. He is a member of the California Society of Anesthesiologists, International Spine Intervention Society, American Academy of Pain Medicine, and American Society of Anesthesiologists. Dr. Chisholm is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chisholm’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chisholm’s office at (858) 453-7700.
Where did Dr. Chisholm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New Jersey Medical School Newark, New Jersey
Is Dr. Chisholm board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chisholm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chisholm speak?
Dr. Chisholm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chisholm treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chisholm 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. Chisholm. 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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
- Thoracic Radiculopathy
- Upper Back Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Which procedures does Dr. Chisholm perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Chisholm may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chisholm's office.
Does Dr. Chisholm accept my insurance?
Dr. Chisholm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 453-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chisholm accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Chisholm 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
Banner Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
OptumRx
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chisholm's office located?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm's Primary Practice
16466 Bernardo Center Dr Ste 150
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 453-7700
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 10 reviews
Office Experience
88% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
68% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
92% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Christopher Chisholm an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chisholm has been rated and reviewed by 10 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chisholm, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
California Society of Anesthesiologists
Professional Member
International Spine Intervention Society
Professional Member
American Academy of Pain Medicine
Professional Member
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Professional Member
What is Dr. Chisholm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chisholm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538173950.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chisholm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chisholm
What is Dr. Christopher Chisholm's specialty?
Dr. Chisholm is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Chisholm to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Chisholm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chisholm is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Chisholm accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chisholm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Chisholm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chisholm's office at (858) 453-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Chisholm?
Please contact Dr. Chisholm's office at (858) 453-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Chisholm have?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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