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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meckstroth, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Karen Meckstroth, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Meckstroth graduated from Mercer University and completed her residency at U Sthrn Ca/Womens&Chldrns Hosp. Dr. Meckstroth is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meckstroth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meckstroth’s office at (415) 206-8358.
Where did Dr. Meckstroth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF
Residency: U Sthrn Ca/Womens&Chldrns Hosp | University of Southern California Medical Center
Medical School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine | Mercer University
Is Dr. Meckstroth board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Karen Meckstroth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Meckstroth speak?
Dr. Meckstroth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Meckstroth typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Meckstroth 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. Meckstroth. 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:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Missed Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Silent miscarriage
- Delayed miscarriage
- Missed abortion
- Spontaneous abortion
- Early pregnancy loss
- Fetal loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O021: Missed abortion
- O039: Complete or unspecified spontaneous abortion without complication
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Meckstroth typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Meckstroth performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Meckstroth. 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:
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) Abortion
- Abortion
- Surgical Abortion
- D&E Procedure
- Induced Termination of Pregnancy
CPT Codes:
- 59841: Induced abortion, by dilation and evacuation
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Does Dr. Meckstroth accept my insurance?
Dr. Meckstroth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-8358 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meckstroth accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Meckstroth 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
Chinese Community Health Plan
Conifer Health Solutions
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Meckstroth's office located?
What is Dr. Meckstroth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meckstroth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487678611.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meckstroth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meckstroth
What is Dr. Karen Meckstroth's specialty?
Dr. Meckstroth is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. Karen Meckstroth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meckstroth 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
When to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Meckstroth accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Meckstroth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Meckstroth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meckstroth's office at (415) 206-8358 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Meckstroth?
Please contact Dr. Meckstroth's office at (415) 206-8358 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Meckstroth have?
Dr. Karen Meckstroth is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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