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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garber, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kent Garber is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Garber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garber’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garber’s office at (310) 825-9111.
What languages does Dr. Garber speak?
Dr. Garber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Garber typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Garber 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. Garber. 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:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Garber typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kent Garber may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Garber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garber accept my insurance?
Dr. Garber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garber accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Garber 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
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garber's office located?
Dr. Kent Garber's Primary Practice
1600 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94143
(310) 825-9111
What is Dr. Garber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891114898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garber
What is Dr. Kent Garber's specialty?
Dr. Garber is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Kent Garber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garber is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Ucsf Health St. Mary's 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kent Garber accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kent Garber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Garber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garber's office at (310) 825-9111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Garber?
Please contact Dr. Garber's office at (310) 825-9111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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