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Dr. Peter Sam, MD

Dr. Peter Sam, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Oakland, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sam, Family Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Peter Sam, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Sam graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Sam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sam’s office at (510) 986-6800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Sam board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Sam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sam speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sam typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sam 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. Sam. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sam typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Sam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 986-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sunrise Community Health

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sam's office located?

    Dr. Peter Sam's Primary Practice

    818 Webster St

    Oakland, CA 94607

    (510) 986-6800

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sam affiliated with?

    Dr. Sam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Highland Hospital - Alameda Health System,Oakland, CA

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

    Dr. Sam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336227453.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sam?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Sam's specialty?

    Dr. Sam is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Peter Sam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Sam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Highland Hospital - Alameda Health System. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Peter Sam accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Sam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Sam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (510) 986-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Sam?

    Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (510) 986-6800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sam's office located?

    Dr. Sam's office is located in Oakland, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Sam have?

    Dr. Peter Sam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.