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Dr. Christopher Rooke, MD

Dr. Christopher Rooke, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Francisco, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rooke, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Rooke, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Rooke graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rooke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rooke’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rooke’s office at (209) 342-2300.

    Where did Dr. Rooke go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Rooke speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rooke typically treat?

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

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rooke typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Rooke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rooke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rooke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 342-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rooke in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rooke's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Rooke's Primary Practice

    1101 Van Ness Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (209) 342-2300

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    Dr. Christopher Rooke's Practice 2

    2333 Buchanan St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Christopher Rooke's Practice 3

    5176 Hill Rd E

    Lakeport, CA 95453

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

    Dr. Rooke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174514491.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rooke?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Rooke's specialty?

    Dr. Rooke is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, 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 Dr. Christopher Rooke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rooke is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco 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 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 Dr. Christopher Rooke accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Rooke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rooke's office at (209) 342-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Rooke?

    Please contact Dr. Rooke's office at (209) 342-2300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rooke's office located?

    Dr. Rooke's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Lakeport, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Rooke have?

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