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Dr. Paul Silvestre, MD

Dr. Paul Silvestre, MD

Pediatrician

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Silvestre, Pediatrician in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Paul Silvestre, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Silvestre completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Silvestre is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silvestre’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silvestre’s office at (415) 206-4838.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Silvestre board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Silvestre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Silvestre speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Silvestre typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Silvestre 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. Silvestre. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Silvestre typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Silvestre may include:

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

    Does Dr. Silvestre accept my insurance?

    Dr. Silvestre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-4838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Silvestre accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Silvestre's office located?

    Dr. Paul Silvestre's Primary Practice

    1001 Potrero Ave Rm 6D37

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    (415) 206-4838

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    Dr. Paul Silvestre's Practice 2

    61 Camino Alto Ste 107

    Mill Valley, CA 94941

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    Dr. Paul Silvestre's Practice 3

    1 Daniel Burnham Ct Ste 330C

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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

    Dr. Silvestre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568574689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silvestre?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Silvestre's specialty?

    Dr. Silvestre is a Pediatrician near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Paul Silvestre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Silvestre is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Paul Silvestre accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Silvestre is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Silvestre offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Silvestre's office at (415) 206-4838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Silvestre?

    Please contact Dr. Silvestre's office at (415) 206-4838 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Silvestre's office located?

    Dr. Silvestre's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Mill Valley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Silvestre have?

    Dr. Paul Silvestre is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.