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Dr. Claudia Praetel, MD, PHD

Anesthesiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Praetel, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Claudia Praetel, MD, PHD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Praetel completed her residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Praetel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Praetel’s office at (352) 265-0077.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Freie Univ Berlin, Med Fak, Berlin, Germany

    What languages does Dr. Praetel speak?

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

    • English

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Praetel typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Claudia Praetel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Praetel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Praetel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Praetel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-0077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Praetel accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Praetel's office located?

    Dr. Claudia Praetel's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (352) 265-0077

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    Dr. Claudia Praetel's Practice 2

    2425 Geary Blvd

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Claudia Praetel's Practice 3

    2200 Ofarrell St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Praetel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316261951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Praetel?

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

    What is Dr. Claudia Praetel's specialty?

    Dr. Praetel is an Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Claudia Praetel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Praetel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

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    Is Dr. Claudia Praetel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Claudia Praetel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Claudia Praetel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Praetel's office at (352) 265-0077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Claudia Praetel?

    Please contact Dr. Praetel's office at (352) 265-0077 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Praetel's office located?

    Dr. Praetel's office is located in San Francisco, CA.