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Dr. Mac Sterling, MD

Dr. Mac Sterling, MD

Berkeley, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sterling, Hospitalist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Mac Sterling, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Sterling graduated from University of California. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office at (510) 204-4444.

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

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sterling typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sterling typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Mac Sterling may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sterling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sterling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sterling accept in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?

    Dr. Mac Sterling's Primary Practice

    2450 Ashby Ave Rm 5505

    Berkeley, CA 94705

    (510) 204-4444

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    Dr. Mac Sterling's Practice 2

    2001 Dwight Way

    Berkeley, CA 94704

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    Dr. Mac Sterling's Practice 3

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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

    Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730297805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?

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

    What is Dr. Mac Sterling's specialty?

    Dr. Sterling is a Hospitalist near Berkeley, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Mac Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sterling is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus. 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Mac Sterling accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mac Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mac Sterling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (510) 204-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mac Sterling?

    Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (510) 204-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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