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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pierluissi, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Edgar Pierluissi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pierluissi graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pierluissi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pierluissi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pierluissi’s office.
Where did Dr. Pierluissi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Pierluissi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Pierluissi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pierluissi speak?
Dr. Pierluissi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pierluissi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pierluissi 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. Pierluissi. 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:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pierluissi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Edgar Pierluissi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pierluissi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pierluissi accept my insurance?
Dr. Pierluissi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pierluissi accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Pierluissi in San Francisco, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Jefferson Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
The Health Care Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pierluissi's office located?
What is Dr. Pierluissi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pierluissi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861599854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pierluissi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pierluissi
What is Dr. Edgar Pierluissi's specialty?
Dr. Pierluissi is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Edgar Pierluissi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pierluissi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edgar Pierluissi accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Pierluissi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Pierluissi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pierluissi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Pierluissi?
Please contact Dr. Pierluissi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Pierluissi have?
Dr. Edgar Pierluissi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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