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Dr. Wendy Anderson, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Alameda, CA

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    Who is Dr. Anderson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Alameda, CA?

    Dr. Wendy Anderson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (412) 688-6000.

    Is Dr. Anderson board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    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

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 688-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Alameda, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Anderson's Primary Practice

    2070 Clinton Ave

    Alameda, CA 94501

    (412) 688-6000

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    Dr. Wendy Anderson's Practice 2

    505 Parnassus Ave Ste M780

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    What hospitals are Dr. Anderson affiliated with?

    Dr. Anderson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
    Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA
    Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
    San Leandro Hospital,San Leandro, CA

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

    Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851499115.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Anderson's specialty?

    Dr. Anderson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Alameda, 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. Wendy Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Anderson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Alameda Hospital, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, San Leandro Hospital. 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

    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. Wendy Anderson accepting new patients in Alameda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (412) 688-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wendy Anderson?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (412) 688-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Anderson's offices are located in Alameda, CA and San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Anderson have?

    Dr. Wendy Anderson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.