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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afshar, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nima Afshar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afshar completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afshar is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar’s office at (415) 830-3090.
Where did Dr. Afshar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Afshar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nima Afshar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afshar speak?
Dr. Afshar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Afshar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Afshar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nima Afshar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Afshar's office.
Does Dr. Afshar accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 830-3090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Afshar in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afshar's office located?
Dr. Nima Afshar's Primary Practice
3580 California St Ste 101
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 830-3090
University Of California San Francisco
533 Parnassus Ave # 131 Rm U129
San Francisco, CA 94143
What is Dr. Afshar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366539843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshar
What is Dr. Nima Afshar's specialty?
Dr. Afshar is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Afshar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nima Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afshar is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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 Internist?
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Is Nima Afshar accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nima Afshar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nima Afshar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (415) 830-3090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nima Afshar?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (415) 830-3090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nima Afshar have?
Dr. Nima Afshar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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