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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Postalcioglu, Nephrologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Merve Postalcioglu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Postalcioglu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Postalcioglu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Postalcioglu’s office at (415) 476-1000.
What languages does Dr. Postalcioglu speak?
Dr. Postalcioglu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Postalcioglu typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Postalcioglu 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. Postalcioglu. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- PKD
- Cystic Kidney Disease
- Many Kidney Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q613: Polycystic kidney, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Postalcioglu typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Merve Postalcioglu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Postalcioglu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Postalcioglu accept my insurance?
Dr. Postalcioglu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Postalcioglu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Postalcioglu 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Postalcioglu's office located?
Dr. Merve Postalcioglu's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-1000
What is Dr. Postalcioglu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Postalcioglu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316442056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Postalcioglu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Postalcioglu
What is Dr. Merve Postalcioglu's specialty?
Dr. Postalcioglu is a Nephrologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Merve Postalcioglu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Postalcioglu is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Novato Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore 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 Merve Postalcioglu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merve Postalcioglu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merve Postalcioglu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Postalcioglu's office at (415) 476-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merve Postalcioglu?
Please contact Dr. Postalcioglu's office at (415) 476-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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