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Who is Dr. Spizer, Internist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Karen Spizer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Spizer graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed her residency at Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine. Dr. Spizer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spizer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spizer’s office at (925) 295-4000.
Where did Dr. Spizer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine | California Pacific Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine | Sackler School of Medicine
Is Dr. Spizer board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Spizer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spizer speak?
Dr. Spizer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Spizer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Spizer 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. Spizer. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89610: Pressure ulcer of right heel, unstageable
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Spizer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Spizer 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. Spizer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spizer accept my insurance?
Dr. Spizer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spizer accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Spizer in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Spizer's office located?
What is Dr. Spizer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spizer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043384365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spizer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spizer
What is Dr. Karen Spizer's specialty?
Dr. Spizer is a Internist near Walnut Creek, 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. Karen Spizer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Spizer 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Spizer accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Spizer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Spizer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spizer's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Spizer?
Please contact Dr. Spizer's office at (925) 295-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Spizer have?
Dr. Karen Spizer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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