29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ripper, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Susan Ripper, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ripper completed her residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Ripper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ripper’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ripper’s office at (415) 923-3548.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ripper?
Dr. Susan Ripper, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ripper empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Ripper is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ripper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School
Is Dr. Ripper board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Ripper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ripper speak?
Dr. Ripper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ripper treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ripper 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. Ripper. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Which procedures does Dr. Ripper perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Susan Ripper 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ripper's office.
Does Dr. Ripper accept my insurance?
Dr. Ripper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 923-3548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ripper accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ripper in San Francisco, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ripper's office located?
Dr. Susan Ripper's Primary Practice
2100 Webster St Ste 423
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 923-3548
What is Dr. Ripper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ripper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649569658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ripper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ripper
What is Dr. Susan Ripper's specialty?
Dr. Ripper is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Ripper to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Susan Ripper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ripper is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
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Is Susan Ripper accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Ripper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Ripper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ripper's office at (415) 923-3548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Ripper?
Please contact Dr. Ripper's office at (415) 923-3548 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Ripper have?
Dr. Susan Ripper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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