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Dr. Kathryn Sigford, MD

Pediatric Physiatrist, Physiatrist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sigford, Pediatric Physiatrist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Kathryn Sigford, MD is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sigford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sigford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sigford’s office at (605) 444-9700.

    What languages does Dr. Sigford speak?

    Dr. Sigford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Sigford typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Sigford 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. Sigford. 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:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia
    • CP with spastic diplegia
    • Little's disease
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy

    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:

    • Hemiplegia
    • Paralysis
    • One-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis
    • Partial paralysis on one side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8194: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting left nondominant side

    What procedures does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Sigford typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Sigford 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. Sigford. 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:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Sigford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sigford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 444-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sigford accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Sigford in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Contra Costa

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Sigford's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Sigford's Primary Practice

    747 52nd St

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (605) 444-9700

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    Dr. Kathryn Sigford's Practice 2

    550 16th St Fl 4

    San Francisco, CA 94158

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    Dr. Kathryn Sigford's Practice 3

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    What is Dr. Sigford's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sigford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356585251.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sigford?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sigford

    What is Dr. Kathryn Sigford's specialty?

    Dr. Sigford is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Oakland, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Sigford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sigford is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Pediatric Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kathryn Sigford accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Sigford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Sigford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sigford's office at (605) 444-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Sigford?

    Please contact Dr. Sigford's office at (605) 444-9700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sigford's office located?

    Dr. Sigford's offices are located in Oakland, CA and San Francisco, CA.