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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lorenson, Obstetrician in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Melinda Lorenson, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lorenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lorenson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lorenson’s office at (415) 206-3061.
What languages does Dr. Lorenson speak?
Dr. Lorenson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Lorenson typically treat?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Lorenson 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. Lorenson. 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:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Reduced Fetal Movement
- Baby Moving Less
- Fetal Hypoactivity
- Decreased Baby Kicks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Lorenson typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Lorenson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lorenson. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Lorenson accept my insurance?
Dr. Lorenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-3061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lorenson accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lorenson 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
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Lorenson's office located?
What is Dr. Lorenson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lorenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861717811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lorenson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lorenson
What is Dr. Melinda Lorenson's specialty?
Dr. Lorenson is a Obstetrician near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Obstetrician do?
A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.
Is this Dr. Melinda Lorenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lorenson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melinda Lorenson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Lorenson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Lorenson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lorenson's office at (415) 206-3061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Lorenson?
Please contact Dr. Lorenson's office at (415) 206-3061 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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