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Dr. Christopher Severson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pleasanton, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Severson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Severson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Severson graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Severson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Severson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Severson’s office at (209) 342-2300.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Severson speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Severson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Severson 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. Severson accept in Pleasanton, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Severson's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Severson's Primary Practice

    5555 W Las Positas Blvd

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (209) 342-2300

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    Dr. Christopher Severson's Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Christopher Severson's Practice 3

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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

    Dr. Severson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750365516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Severson?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Severson's specialty?

    Dr. Severson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pleasanton, 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 Severson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Severson is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Severson accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Severson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Severson'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 Severson?

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

    Where is Dr. Severson's office located?

    Dr. Severson's offices are located in Pleasanton, CA, Richmond, CA, and Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Severson have?

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