24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Epperson, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Douglas Epperson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Epperson completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Epperson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Epperson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Epperson’s office at (510) 307-1500.
Where did Dr. Epperson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States
Is Dr. Epperson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Epperson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Epperson speak?
Dr. Epperson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Epperson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Epperson 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. Epperson. 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 here.
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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Epperson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Epperson 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
Please contact Dr. Epperson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Epperson accept my insurance?
Dr. Epperson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Epperson accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Epperson in Oakland, 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Epperson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Epperson's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 307-1500
What is Dr. Epperson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Epperson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689752453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Epperson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Epperson
What is Dr. Douglas Epperson's specialty?
Dr. Epperson is a Internist near Oakland, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Douglas Epperson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Epperson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Epperson accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Epperson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Epperson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Epperson's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Epperson?
Please contact Dr. Epperson's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Epperson have?
Dr. Douglas Epperson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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