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Dr. Christopher Muniz, MD
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Muniz, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Christopher Muniz, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Muniz graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Muniz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muniz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muniz’s office at (210) 222-8431.
Where did Dr. Muniz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Muniz board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Muniz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Muniz speak?
Dr. Muniz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Muniz typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Muniz 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. Muniz. 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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Muniz typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Muniz 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. Muniz. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Muniz accept my insurance?
Dr. Muniz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 222-8431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muniz accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Muniz in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bexar County Hospital District
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Muniz's office located?
Dr. Christopher Muniz's Primary Practice
4103 N Loop 1604 W Ste 107
San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 222-8431
What is Dr. Muniz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muniz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295700466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muniz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muniz
What is Dr. Christopher Muniz's specialty?
Dr. Muniz is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Christopher Muniz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Muniz is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Resolute Baptist Hospital 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 Muniz accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Muniz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Muniz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muniz's office at (210) 222-8431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Muniz?
Please contact Dr. Muniz's office at (210) 222-8431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Muniz have?
Dr. Christopher Muniz is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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