20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Hospitalist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Alexander Ramirez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramirez graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (510) 204-1893.
Where did Dr. Ramirez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine | University Southern Ca | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | University of Southern California - LAC+USC Medical Center
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Ramirez board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ramirez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Ramirez may include:
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-1893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Ramirez in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Alexander Ramirez's Primary Practice
2450 Ashby Ave Rm 5505
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 204-1893
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538266424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Alexander Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Hospitalist near Berkeley, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alexander Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Ramirez accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (510) 204-1893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (510) 204-1893 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Ramirez have?
Dr. Alexander Ramirez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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