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Who is Dr. Murthy, Rheumatologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Vivek Murthy, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murthy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (410) 502-2128.
What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?
Dr. Murthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Murthy treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Giant cell arteritis
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Vasculitis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Allergic granulomatosis
- Churg-Strauss vasculitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Murthy perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vivek Murthy may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Murthy's office.
Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 502-2128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Murthy 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?
Dr. Vivek Murthy's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(410) 502-2128
What is Dr. Murthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023451861.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murthy
What is Dr. Vivek Murthy's specialty?
Dr. Murthy is a Rheumatologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Murthy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivek Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murthy 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
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Is Vivek Murthy accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Murthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (410) 502-2128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Murthy?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (410) 502-2128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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