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Dr. Sarah Handelsman, MD

Berkeley, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Handelsman, Pediatrician in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Sarah Handelsman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Handelsman is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handelsman’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handelsman’s office at (925) 254-9203.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Handelsman?

    Dr. Sarah Handelsman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Handelsman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Behavioral Disorders, Chronic Illness, Newborn Care, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Berkeley/CA community, Dr. Handelsman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Handelsman board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Handelsman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Handelsman speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Handelsman treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Handelsman 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. Handelsman. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Difficulty Breastfeeding
    • Breastfeeding
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Baby trouble nursing
    • Neonatal feeding issues at breast
    • Infant breastfeeding problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P925: Neonatal difficulty in feeding at breast

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Underweight
    • Body Weight
    • Low body weight
    • Below healthy weight
    • Malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R636: Underweight

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Handelsman perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarah Handelsman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Handelsman's office.

    Does Dr. Handelsman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Handelsman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 254-9203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Handelsman accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Handelsman in Berkeley, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Handelsman's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Handelsman's Primary Practice

    2999 Regent St Ste 325

    Berkeley, CA 94705

    (925) 254-9203

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

    Dr. Handelsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578657045.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handelsman?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Handelsman's specialty?

    Dr. Handelsman is a Pediatrician near Berkeley, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Handelsman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarah Handelsman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Handelsman is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Sarah Handelsman accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Handelsman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Handelsman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Handelsman's office at (925) 254-9203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Handelsman?

    Please contact Dr. Handelsman's office at (925) 254-9203 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Handelsman have?

    Dr. Sarah Handelsman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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