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Who is Dr. Bristow, Hospitalist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Bristow, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Bristow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bristow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bristow’s office at (415) 833-3034.
What languages does Dr. Bristow speak?
Dr. Bristow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bristow typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bristow 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. Bristow. 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bristow typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bristow performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bristow. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Bristow accept my insurance?
Dr. Bristow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 833-3034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bristow accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Bristow in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bristow's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Bristow's Primary Practice
2425 Geary Blvd # M160
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 833-3034
What is Dr. Bristow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bristow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710296371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bristow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bristow
What is Dr. Benjamin Bristow's specialty?
Dr. Bristow is a Hospitalist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Bristow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bristow 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Bristow accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Bristow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Bristow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (415) 833-3034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Bristow?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (415) 833-3034 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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