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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakar, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sanjay Kakar, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Kakar graduated from Christian Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kakar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakar’s office at (415) 514-0681.
Where did Dr. Kakar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: Christian Med Coll, Punjab University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India | Christian Medical College
Is Dr. Kakar board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Sanjay Kakar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Kakar speak?
Dr. Kakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kakar typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kakar 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. Kakar. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum 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
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kakar typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanjay Kakar may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Kakar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 514-0681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakar accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kakar in San Francisco, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kakar's office located?
Dr. Sanjay Kakar's Primary Practice
505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 514-0681
What is Dr. Kakar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235187634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakar
What is Dr. Sanjay Kakar's specialty?
Dr. Kakar is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Sanjay Kakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakar is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sanjay Kakar accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sanjay Kakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjay Kakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakar's office at (415) 514-0681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjay Kakar?
Please contact Dr. Kakar's office at (415) 514-0681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanjay Kakar have?
Dr. Sanjay Kakar is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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