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Dr. Gary Pasternak, MD

San Mateo, CA

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    Who is Dr. Pasternak, Internist in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Gary Pasternak, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine. Dr. Pasternak completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pasternak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pasternak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pasternak’s office at (650) 554-1000.

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

    • Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine | West Virginia University Hosps

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Pasternak board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Pasternak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pasternak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pasternak treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Pasternak 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. Pasternak. 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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinsonism
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
    • Hardening of the arteries
    • Artery plaque buildup
    • Arteriosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
    • I7090: Unspecified atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Uterine Tumor
    • Uterine Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Uterus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Aggressive Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Cancer
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Poorly Differentiated NET
    • High-Grade Neuroendocrine Carcinoma
    • Malignant Neuroendocrine Neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7A1: Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors

    Which procedures does Dr. Pasternak perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Pasternak may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pasternak's office.

    Does Dr. Pasternak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pasternak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 554-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pasternak accept in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Pasternak in San Mateo, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • MIT Health Plans

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Pasternak's office located?

    Dr. Gary Pasternak's Primary Practice

    1670 S Amphlett Blvd Ste 300

    San Mateo, CA 94402

    (650) 554-1000

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    Dr. Gary Pasternak's Practice 2

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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

    Dr. Pasternak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194820688.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pasternak?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Pasternak's specialty?

    Dr. Pasternak is a Internist near San Mateo, 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. Pasternak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Pasternak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pasternak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Gary Pasternak accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Pasternak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Pasternak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pasternak's office at (650) 554-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Pasternak?

    Please contact Dr. Pasternak's office at (650) 554-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Pasternak have?

    Dr. Gary Pasternak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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