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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kissinger, Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Lauren Kissinger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kissinger graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Kissinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kissinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kissinger’s office at (916) 688-2000.
Where did Dr. Kissinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Kissinger board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Kissinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kissinger speak?
Dr. Kissinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kissinger treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kissinger 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. Kissinger. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Kissinger perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lauren Kissinger 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. Kissinger's office.
Does Dr. Kissinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Kissinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 688-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kissinger accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Kissinger in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kissinger's office located?
Dr. Lauren Kissinger's Primary Practice
6600 Bruceville Rd
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 688-2000
What is Dr. Kissinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kissinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689746422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kissinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kissinger
What is Dr. Lauren Kissinger's specialty?
Dr. Kissinger is a Internist near Sacramento, 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. Kissinger to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lauren Kissinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kissinger is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Lauren Kissinger accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Kissinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Kissinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kissinger's office at (916) 688-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Kissinger?
Please contact Dr. Kissinger's office at (916) 688-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Kissinger have?
Dr. Lauren Kissinger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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