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Dr. Paul Lindenfeld, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Berkeley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lindenfeld, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Paul Lindenfeld, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lindenfeld completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lindenfeld is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lindenfeld’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lindenfeld’s office at (415) 291-0489.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lindenfeld speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lindenfeld typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lindenfeld 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. Lindenfeld. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer-Related Fatigue
    • Fatigue
    • Cancer
    • Cancer Fatigue
    • Cancer exhaustion
    • Tiredness from cancer
    • Chemotherapy fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R530: Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lindenfeld typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Lindenfeld may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lindenfeld accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lindenfeld accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 291-0489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lindenfeld's office located?

    Dr. Paul Lindenfeld's Primary Practice

    3100 San Pablo Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94702

    (415) 291-0489

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    Mcb300

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Ucsf Medical Center

    8 Koret Way

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Lindenfeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275638389.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lindenfeld?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Lindenfeld's specialty?

    Dr. Lindenfeld is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Berkeley, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lindenfeld is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Lindenfeld accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Lindenfeld offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lindenfeld's office at (415) 291-0489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Lindenfeld's office at (415) 291-0489 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lindenfeld's office located?

    Dr. Lindenfeld's offices are located in Berkeley, CA and San Francisco, CA.