20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hafer, Internist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Kurt Hafer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Hafer completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hafer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hafer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hafer’s office at (650) 498-9000.
Where did Dr. Hafer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Santa Clara Valley Med Center
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine
Is Dr. Hafer board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Hafer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hafer speak?
Dr. Hafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hafer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hafer 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. Hafer. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hafer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kurt Hafer 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
Please contact Dr. Hafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hafer accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Hafer in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hafer's office located?
What is Dr. Hafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467540500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hafer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hafer
What is Dr. Kurt Hafer's specialty?
Dr. Hafer is a Internist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kurt Hafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hafer is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Marinhealth Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kurt Hafer accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Hafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Hafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hafer's office at (650) 498-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Hafer?
Please contact Dr. Hafer's office at (650) 498-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Hafer have?
Dr. Kurt Hafer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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