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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Svec, Internist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. David Svec, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Svec graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Svec is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Svec’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Svec’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Svec go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Svec board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Svec, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Svec speak?
Dr. Svec and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Svec typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Svec 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. Svec. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Svec typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Svec 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. Svec's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Svec accept my insurance?
Dr. Svec accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Svec accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Svec in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Svec's office located?
Dr. David Svec's Primary Practice
170 Alameda de las Pulgas
Redwood City, CA 94062
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Svec's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Svec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013224195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Svec?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Svec
What is Dr. David Svec's specialty?
Dr. Svec is a Internist near Redwood City, 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. David Svec affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Svec is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Svec accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Svec is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Svec offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Svec's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Svec?
Please contact Dr. Svec's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Svec have?
Dr. David Svec is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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