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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birnbaum typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birnbaum typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birnbaum 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
Unknown
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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