32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blevins, Endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lewis Blevins, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Blevins graduated from Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Alabama Hospitals. Dr. Blevins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blevins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blevins’s office at (415) 353-7500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blevins?
Dr. Lewis Blevins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist 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. Blevins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cushing's Syndrome, Hypothalamic Dysfunction, Neuroendocrinology, Pituitary Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Blevins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blevins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins Hospital, Endocrinology
Residency: University of Alabama Hospitals
Medical School: Quillen College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blevins speak?
Dr. Blevins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blevins treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Blevins 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. Blevins. 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:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Gland Disorder
- Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
- Acromegaly
- High Prolactin Levels
- Low Pituitary Hormones After Surgery
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Sotos syndrome
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
- Pituitary problems
- Hypophysis disorder
- Endocrine gland disorder
- Pituitary Gland Problems
- Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
- Endocrine Gland Disorders
- Gigantism
- Growth Hormone Excess
- Pituitary Gigantism
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Excess Prolactin
- Prolactinoma
- Postoperative hypopituitarism
- Surgical pituitary deficiency
- Pituitary gland problems after surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
- E237: Disorder of pituitary gland, unspecified
- E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland
- E220: Acromegaly and pituitary gigantism
- E221: Hyperprolactinemia
- E893: Postprocedural hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cushing's Disease
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Cushing disease
- Pituitary Cushing's', 'Hypercortisolism', 'Cushing's Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E240: Pituitary-dependent Cushing's disease
Also known as:
- Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
- Nervous System Neoplasm
- Unspecified Gland Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system
Also known as:
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Hypercortisolism
- High Cortisol Levels
- Adrenal Hyperfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E249: Cushing's syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Craniopharyngeal Duct Growth of Unknown Type
- Pituitary Disorder
- Craniopharyngeal duct tumor of uncertain nature
- Craniopharyngeal duct lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate craniopharyngeal duct mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D444: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of craniopharyngeal duct
Also known as:
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Arginine vasopressin deficiency
- Arginine Vasopressin Deficiency
- Water Diabetes
- Central Diabetes Insipidus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E232: Diabetes insipidus
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Blevins perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lewis Blevins may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blevins' office.
Does Dr. Blevins accept my insurance?
Dr. Blevins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blevins accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Blevins in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blevins' office located?
Dr. Lewis Blevins' Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-7500
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Lewis Blevins an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Blevins has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Blevins, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Blevins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blevins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295822393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blevins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blevins
What is Dr. Lewis Blevins's specialty?
Dr. Blevins is a Endocrinologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Blevins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lewis Blevins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blevins is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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
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Is Lewis Blevins accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lewis Blevins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lewis Blevins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blevins's office at (415) 353-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lewis Blevins?
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