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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Temple, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Bliss Temple, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Temple is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Temple’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Temple’s office at (415) 230-5489.
What languages does Dr. Temple speak?
Dr. Temple and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Temple typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Temple 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. Temple. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- PrEP for HIV
- HIV Prevention Medication
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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 an Internist like Dr. Temple typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Temple 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. Temple. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Does Dr. Temple accept my insurance?
Dr. Temple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 230-5489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Temple accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Temple 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Temple's office located?
What is Dr. Temple's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Temple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205126695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Temple?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Temple
What is Dr. Bliss Temple's specialty?
Dr. Temple is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Bliss Temple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Temple is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Marinhealth Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bliss Temple accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bliss Temple is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bliss Temple offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (415) 230-5489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bliss Temple?
Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (415) 230-5489 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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