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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nijagal, Pediatric Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Amar Nijagal, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nijagal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijagal’s office at (415) 476-1239.
What languages does Dr. Nijagal speak?
Dr. Nijagal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Nijagal typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Nijagal 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. Nijagal. 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:
- Choledochal Cyst
- Bile Duct Disease
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Bile Duct Cyst
- Cystic Dilation of Bile Ducts
- Bile Duct Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q444: Choledochal cyst
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Nijagal typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Amar Nijagal may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Nijagal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nijagal accept my insurance?
Dr. Nijagal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nijagal accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nijagal 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nijagal's office located?
Dr. Amar Nijagal's Primary Practice
513 Parnassus Ave Rm S321
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-1239
What is Dr. Nijagal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nijagal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427223676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijagal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nijagal
What is Dr. Amar Nijagal's specialty?
Dr. Nijagal is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Amar Nijagal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nijagal is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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
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Is Amar Nijagal accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amar Nijagal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Nijagal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nijagal's office at (415) 476-1239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Nijagal?
Please contact Dr. Nijagal's office at (415) 476-1239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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