22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanier, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kathleen Vanier, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vanier graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Vanier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanier’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanier’s office at (415) 600-6000.
Where did Dr. Vanier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vanier board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Vanier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vanier speak?
Dr. Vanier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vanier treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vanier 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. Vanier. 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:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Age-Related Memory Decline
- Dementia
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Older Adult Health
- Cognitive Health and Older Adults
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Senior moments
- Normal aging memory changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4181: Age-related cognitive decline
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Mild Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Early stage dementia
- Mild memory loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03A0: Unspecified dementia, mild, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vanier perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kathleen Vanier may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vanier's office.
Does Dr. Vanier accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanier accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Vanier 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Wyoming
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vanier's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Vanier's Primary Practice
2333 Buchanan St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 600-6000
What is Dr. Vanier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790719011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanier
What is Dr. Kathleen Vanier's specialty?
Dr. Vanier 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. Vanier to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kathleen Vanier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanier is affiliated with St. John’s Health 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 Kathleen Vanier accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Vanier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Vanier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanier's office at (415) 600-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Vanier?
Please contact Dr. Vanier's office at (415) 600-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Vanier have?
Dr. Kathleen Vanier is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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