Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christopherson, Interventional Cardiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Where did Dr. Christopherson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | Rush Presby St Luke's M C
Medical School: University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd-
Is Dr. Christopherson board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Christopherson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christopherson speak?
Dr. Christopherson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Christopherson typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Christopherson 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. Christopherson. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Christopherson typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Christopherson 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. Christopherson. 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:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Christopherson accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopherson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christopherson accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Christopherson in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
Regency ISNP Holdings
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Christopherson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Christopherson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Christopherson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Christopherson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christopherson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154305365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christopherson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christopherson