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Dr. George Kimmerling, MD

Dr. George Kimmerling, MD

San Francisco, CA

49 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kimmerling, Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. George Kimmerling, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Kimmerling graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kimmerling is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kimmerling’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kimmerling’s office at (415) 221-7273.

    Where did Dr. Kimmerling go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: U.C.S.F. | Stanford Health Care

    • Residency: Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Illinois At Chicago / College of Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kimmerling board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. George Kimmerling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kimmerling speak?

    Dr. Kimmerling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Kimmerling typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Kimmerling 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. Kimmerling. 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 Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Kimmerling typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Kimmerling 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. Kimmerling. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Kimmerling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kimmerling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 221-7273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kimmerling accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kimmerling in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kimmerling's office located?

    Dr. George Kimmerling's Primary Practice

    2100 Webster St Ste 200

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 221-7273

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    What is Dr. Kimmerling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kimmerling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346313269.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kimmerling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kimmerling

    What is Dr. George Kimmerling's specialty?

    Dr. Kimmerling is a Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    Is this Dr. George Kimmerling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kimmerling is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Novato Community Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is George Kimmerling accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. George Kimmerling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Kimmerling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kimmerling's office at (415) 221-7273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Kimmerling?

    Please contact Dr. Kimmerling's office at (415) 221-7273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Kimmerling have?

    Dr. George Kimmerling is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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