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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaeffer, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sarah Schaeffer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schaeffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaeffer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaeffer’s office at (415) 206-8494.
What languages does Dr. Schaeffer speak?
Dr. Schaeffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Schaeffer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Schaeffer 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. Schaeffer. 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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Schaeffer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Schaeffer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schaeffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaeffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-8494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaeffer accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Schaeffer 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
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schaeffer's office located?
Dr. Sarah Schaeffer's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 206-8494
What is Dr. Schaeffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972893188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaeffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaeffer
What is Dr. Sarah Schaeffer's specialty?
Dr. Schaeffer 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. Sarah Schaeffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schaeffer 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Schaeffer accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Schaeffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Schaeffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office at (415) 206-8494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Schaeffer?
Please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office at (415) 206-8494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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