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Dr. Faren Clum

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Oakland, CA

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    Who is Dr. Clum, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Faren Clum is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Clum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clum’s office at (707) 442-5683.

    What languages does Dr. Clum speak?

    Dr. Clum 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. Clum typically treat?

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

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Clum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 442-5683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clum accept in Oakland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Clum's office located?

    Dr. Faren Clum's Primary Practice

    1411 E 31st St

    Oakland, CA 94602

    (707) 442-5683

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    Dr. Faren Clum's Practice 2

    15400 Foothill Blvd # H

    San Leandro, CA 94578

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    Dr. Faren Clum's Practice 3

    505 Parnassus Ave Rm 987

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Clum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639565773.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clum?

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

    What is Dr. Faren Clum's specialty?

    Dr. Clum is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Oakland, CA.

    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. Faren Clum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Clum 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 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. Faren Clum accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Faren Clum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faren Clum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clum's office at (707) 442-5683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Faren Clum?

    Please contact Dr. Clum's office at (707) 442-5683 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clum's office located?

    Dr. Clum's offices are located in Oakland, CA, San Leandro, CA, and San Francisco, CA.