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Who is Dr. Szeto, Physiatrist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Stephen Szeto, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Szeto is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szeto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szeto’s office at (415) 391-9686.
What languages does Dr. Szeto speak?
Dr. Szeto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Szeto treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Szeto 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. Szeto. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Szeto perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Szeto may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Szeto's office.
Does Dr. Szeto accept my insurance?
Dr. Szeto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 391-9686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szeto accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Szeto in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Szeto's office located?
Dr. Stephen Szeto's Primary Practice
1520 Stockton St
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 391-9686
What is Dr. Szeto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szeto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639868029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szeto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szeto
What is Dr. Stephen Szeto's specialty?
Dr. Szeto is a Physiatrist near San Francisco, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Szeto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Szeto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szeto 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
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Is Stephen Szeto accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
No, Dr. Stephen Szeto is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Szeto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (415) 391-9686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Szeto?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (415) 391-9686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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