26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arretz, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Desiree Arretz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Arretz graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Arretz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arretz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arretz’s office at (415) 641-6996.
Where did Dr. Arretz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Ca Davis Med Center | University of California College of Medicine | University of California (Davis) Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Arretz board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Arretz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Arretz speak?
Dr. Arretz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Arretz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Arretz 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. Arretz. 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 here.
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 Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Arretz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Desiree Arretz 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. Arretz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Arretz accept my insurance?
Dr. Arretz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 641-6996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arretz accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Arretz 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 PACE
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Arretz's office located?
Dr. Desiree Arretz's Primary Practice
1580 Valencia St Ste 506
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 641-6996
What is Dr. Arretz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760409197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arretz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arretz
What is Dr. Desiree Arretz's specialty?
Dr. Arretz is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Desiree Arretz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arretz is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Desiree Arretz accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Arretz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Arretz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arretz's office at (415) 641-6996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Arretz?
Please contact Dr. Arretz's office at (415) 641-6996 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Desiree Arretz have?
Dr. Desiree Arretz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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