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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Umetsu, Anatomic Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sarah Umetsu, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Umetsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umetsu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umetsu’s office at (415) 353-7359.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Umetsu?
Dr. Sarah Umetsu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anatomic Pathologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Umetsu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Pathology, Liver Pathology, Surgical Pathology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Umetsu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Umetsu speak?
Dr. Umetsu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Umetsu typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Umetsu 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. Umetsu. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Other Placental Disorder
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Unspecified placenta problems
- Various placenta conditions
- General placenta issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Umetsu typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Umetsu may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Umetsu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Umetsu accept my insurance?
Dr. Umetsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7359 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Umetsu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Umetsu 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Umetsu's office located?
What is Dr. Umetsu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Umetsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265798383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umetsu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Umetsu
What is Dr. Sarah Umetsu's specialty?
Dr. Umetsu is a Anatomic Pathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Sarah Umetsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Umetsu is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Umetsu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Umetsu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Umetsu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Umetsu's office at (415) 353-7359 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Umetsu?
Please contact Dr. Umetsu's office at (415) 353-7359 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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