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Dr. Yuika Goto, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Goto, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Yuika Goto, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Goto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goto’s office at (415) 476-4818.

    What languages does Dr. Goto speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Goto typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Goto 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. Goto. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Goto typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yuika Goto may include:

    Please contact Dr. Goto's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Goto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Goto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-4818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Goto's office located?

    Dr. Yuika Goto's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-4818

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

    Dr. Goto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467744987.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goto?

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

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Yuika Goto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Goto 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Dr. Yuika Goto accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yuika Goto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yuika Goto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Goto's office at (415) 476-4818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yuika Goto?

    Please contact Dr. Goto's office at (415) 476-4818 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Goto's office located?

    Dr. Goto's office is located in San Francisco, CA.