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Dr. Scott Tsunehara, MD

Dr. Scott Tsunehara, MD

Daly City, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tsunehara, Internist in Daly City, CA?

    Dr. Scott Tsunehara, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsunehara graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsunehara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsunehara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsunehara’s office at (650) 742-2000.

    Where did Dr. Tsunehara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tsunehara board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Tsunehara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsunehara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tsunehara treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tsunehara 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. Tsunehara. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Tsunehara perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Scott Tsunehara may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsunehara's office.

    Does Dr. Tsunehara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsunehara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsunehara accept in Daly City, CA?

    Dr. Tsunehara in Daly City, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tsunehara's office located?

    Dr. Scott Tsunehara's Primary Practice

    395 Hickey Blvd

    Daly City, CA 94015

    (650) 742-2000

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    Dr. Scott Tsunehara's Practice 2

    1190 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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

    Dr. Tsunehara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043398662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsunehara?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Tsunehara's specialty?

    Dr. Tsunehara is a Internist near Daly City, 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. Tsunehara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Tsunehara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tsunehara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Scott Tsunehara accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Tsunehara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Tsunehara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsunehara's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Tsunehara?

    Please contact Dr. Tsunehara's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Tsunehara have?

    Dr. Scott Tsunehara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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