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Dr. Kara Bischoff, MD
San Francisco, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bischoff, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kara Bischoff, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bischoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bischoff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bischoff’s office at (415) 353-7300.
What languages does Dr. Bischoff speak?
Dr. Bischoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bischoff treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bischoff 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. Bischoff. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Primary Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
- PLS
- Progressive Spastic Paraparesis
- Upper Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- G1223: Primary lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
- PSP
- Steele-Richardson-Olszewski Syndrome
- Progressive Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G231: Progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia [Steele-Richardson-Olszewski]
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Bischoff perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Bischoff may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bischoff's office.
Does Dr. Bischoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Bischoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bischoff accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Bischoff 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bischoff's office located?
Dr. Kara Bischoff's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-7300
Dr. Kara Bischoff's Practice 3
350 Parnassus Ave Ste 300
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 514-1966
What is Dr. Bischoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bischoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275868721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bischoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bischoff
What is Dr. Kara Bischoff's specialty?
Dr. Bischoff is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Bischoff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Bischoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bischoff is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kara Bischoff accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kara Bischoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Bischoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bischoff's office at (415) 353-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Bischoff?
Please contact Dr. Bischoff's office at (415) 353-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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