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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pifer, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Eric Pifer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pifer completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pifer is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pifer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pifer’s office at (415) 600-0940.
Where did Dr. Pifer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Temple University Hospital
Is Dr. Pifer board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Pifer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pifer speak?
Dr. Pifer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Pifer treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Pifer 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. Pifer. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Which procedures does Dr. Pifer perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Pifer 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pifer's office.
Does Dr. Pifer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pifer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-0940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pifer accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Pifer in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pifer's office located?
Dr. Eric Pifer's Primary Practice
3838 California St Rm 805
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 600-0940
What is Dr. Pifer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pifer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295980878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pifer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pifer
What is Dr. Eric Pifer's specialty?
Dr. Pifer is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Pifer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Eric Pifer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pifer is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Eric Pifer accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Pifer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Pifer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pifer's office at (415) 600-0940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Pifer?
Please contact Dr. Pifer's office at (415) 600-0940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Pifer have?
Dr. Eric Pifer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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