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Dr. Stephanie Christenson, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christenson, Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Stephanie Christenson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Christenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christenson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christenson’s office at (510) 752-1000.

    Is Dr. Christenson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephanie Christenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Christenson speak?

    Dr. Christenson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Christenson treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Christenson 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. Christenson. 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.

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Christenson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephanie Christenson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christenson's office.

    Does Dr. Christenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christenson accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Christenson in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Community Health Network

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Christenson's office located?

    Dr. Stephanie Christenson's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (510) 752-1000

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    Dr. Stephanie Christenson's Practice 2

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Stephanie Christenson's Practice 3

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

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    What is Dr. Christenson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Christenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528234937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christenson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christenson

    What is Dr. Stephanie Christenson's specialty?

    Dr. Christenson is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Christenson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephanie Christenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christenson is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Boston Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Stephanie Christenson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephanie Christenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephanie Christenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Christenson?

    Please contact Dr. Christenson's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephanie Christenson have?

    Dr. Stephanie Christenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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