20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wixom, Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christopher Wixom, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Wixom graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine. Dr. Wixom is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wixom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wixom’s office at (858) 541-3400.
Where did Dr. Wixom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Wixom board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Wixom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Wixom speak?
Dr. Wixom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Wixom typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Wixom 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. Wixom. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Does Dr. Wixom accept my insurance?
Dr. Wixom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 541-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wixom accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Wixom in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wixom's office located?
Dr. Christopher Wixom's Primary Practice
7901 Frost St
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 541-3400
What is Dr. Wixom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wixom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235194879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wixom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wixom
What is Dr. Christopher Wixom's specialty?
Dr. Wixom is a Specialist near San Diego, CA.
Is this Dr. Christopher Wixom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wixom is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Christopher Wixom accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Wixom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Wixom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wixom's office at (858) 541-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wixom?
Please contact Dr. Wixom's office at (858) 541-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Wixom have?
Dr. Christopher Wixom is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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