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Dr. Donna Baldassare, DO

San Mateo, CA

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    Who is Dr. Baldassare, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Donna Baldassare, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baldassare is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baldassare’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baldassare’s office at (980) 442-2000.

    Where did Dr. Baldassare go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baldassare speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Baldassare treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Baldassare 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. Baldassare. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • Dependence on Medical Machines
    • Assisted Living Devices
    • Enabling Technology Use
    • Life Support Equipment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9989: Dependence on other enabling machines and devices

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Digestive Organ Part
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive Tract Removal
    • Missing Digestive Organ
    • Gastrointestinal Resection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract

    Which procedures does Dr. Baldassare perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Donna Baldassare may include:

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

    Does Dr. Baldassare accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baldassare accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (980) 442-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baldassare accept in San Mateo, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Baldassare's office located?

    Dr. Donna Baldassare's Primary Practice

    1875 S Grant St

    San Mateo, CA 94402

    (980) 442-2000

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    Dr. Donna Baldassare's Practice 2

    170 Meeting St Ste 110

    Charleston, SC 29401

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    Dr. Donna Baldassare's Practice 3

    100 Medical Park Dr Ste 110

    Concord, NC 28025

    (704) 403-6826

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Donna Baldassare an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Baldassare has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Baldassare, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Baldassare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962662478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baldassare?

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

    What is Dr. Donna Baldassare's specialty?

    Dr. Baldassare is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Mateo, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Baldassare to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donna Baldassare affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Baldassare is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

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    Is Donna Baldassare accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Donna Baldassare is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donna Baldassare offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baldassare's office at (980) 442-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donna Baldassare?

    Please contact Dr. Baldassare's office at (980) 442-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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