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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costa, Hospitalist in Towson, MD?
Dr. Christopher Costa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Towson, MD. Dr. Costa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costa’s office at (410) 427-2054.
What languages does Dr. Costa speak?
Dr. Costa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Costa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Costa 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. Costa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Costa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Costa may include:
Please contact Dr. Costa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Costa accept my insurance?
Dr. Costa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 427-2054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costa accept in Towson, MD?
Dr. Costa in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Costa's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Costa?
Dr. Costa has appointments available at his Towson, MD office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Costa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710950134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costa
What is Dr. Christopher Costa's specialty?
Dr. Costa is a Hospitalist near Towson, MD.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Christopher Costa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costa is affiliated with University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Costa accepting new patients in Towson, MD?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Costa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Costa offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Costa, or call (410) 427-2054 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Costa?
Please contact Dr. Costa's office at (410) 427-2054 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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