Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Goebel, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Melissa Goebel, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Goebel completed her residency at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. Dr. Goebel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goebel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goebel’s office at (415) 600-3190.
Where did Dr. Goebel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Oregon Health & Sciences University (Hospice & Palliative Care)
Residency: Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers | NY Medical College - St. Vincent's Hospital | NY Medical College - St. Vincent's Hospital
Is Dr. Goebel board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Goebel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Goebel speak?
Dr. Goebel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Goebel treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Goebel 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. Goebel. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Goebel perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Goebel may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Goebel's office.
Does Dr. Goebel accept my insurance?
Dr. Goebel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-3190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goebel accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Goebel in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Goebel's office located?
Dr. Melissa Goebel's Primary Practice
3838 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 600-3190
What is Dr. Goebel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goebel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477630762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goebel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goebel
What is Dr. Melissa Goebel's specialty?
Dr. Goebel is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Francisco, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Goebel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Goebel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Goebel is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Melissa Goebel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Goebel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Goebel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goebel's office at (415) 600-3190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Goebel?
Please contact Dr. Goebel's office at (415) 600-3190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Goebel have?
Dr. Melissa Goebel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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