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Dr. Karthik Ganapathi, MD, PHD
San Francisco, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ganapathi, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Karthik Ganapathi, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Ganapathi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganapathi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganapathi’s office at (415) 476-1000.
What languages does Dr. Ganapathi speak?
Dr. Ganapathi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ganapathi typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ganapathi 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. Ganapathi. 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:
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Cell Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
- Lymphoid Tissue Tumor
- Hematopoietic Neoplasm
- Uncertain Blood Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
- D479: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymphadenopathy
- Swollen Glands
- Enlarged Glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R599: Enlarged lymph nodes, unspecified
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ganapathi typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karthik Ganapathi may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ganapathi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ganapathi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganapathi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ganapathi accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ganapathi 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ganapathi's office located?
What is Dr. Ganapathi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ganapathi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033344148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganapathi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ganapathi
What is Dr. Karthik Ganapathi's specialty?
Dr. Ganapathi is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Karthik Ganapathi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ganapathi 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 Karthik Ganapathi accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Ganapathi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Ganapathi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ganapathi's office at (415) 476-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Ganapathi?
Please contact Dr. Ganapathi's office at (415) 476-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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