Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birnbaum, Family Medicine Specialist in Pacifica, CA?
Dr. Gary Birnbaum, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pacifica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Birnbaum graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Birnbaum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birnbaum’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birnbaum’s office at (415) 550-0811.
Where did Dr. Birnbaum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Birnbaum board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Birnbaum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birnbaum speak?
Dr. Birnbaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Birnbaum treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum. 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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Birnbaum perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Birnbaum may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office.
Does Dr. Birnbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 550-0811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birnbaum accept in Pacifica, CA?
Dr. Birnbaum in Pacifica, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
San Francisco Health Plan
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birnbaum's office located?
Dr. Gary Birnbaum's Primary Practice
751 San Pedro Terrace Rd
Pacifica, CA 94044
(415) 550-0811
What is Dr. Birnbaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birnbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972685972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birnbaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birnbaum
What is Dr. Gary Birnbaum's specialty?
Dr. Birnbaum is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pacifica, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Birnbaum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Birnbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birnbaum is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gary Birnbaum accepting new patients in Pacifica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Birnbaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Birnbaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (415) 550-0811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Birnbaum?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (415) 550-0811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Birnbaum have?
Dr. Gary Birnbaum is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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