
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kaltenbach, Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kaltenbach completed her residency at Stanford Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Kaltenbach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaltenbach’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaltenbach’s office at (415) 502-2249.
Where did Dr. Kaltenbach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan - Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection | California Pacific Medical Center, San Francsico, CA - Advanced Endoscopic Imaging and Therapy | Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA and Hepatology | Endoscopic Submucosal DissectionCalifornia Pacific Medical Center, San Francsico, CA
Residency: Stanford Hospital & Clinics | Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Is Dr. Kaltenbach board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kaltenbach speak?
Dr. Kaltenbach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Kaltenbach typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kaltenbach 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. Kaltenbach. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Kaltenbach typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kaltenbach 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. Kaltenbach. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Does Dr. Kaltenbach accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaltenbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 502-2249 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaltenbach accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kaltenbach 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
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kaltenbach's office located?
Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 502-2249
What is Dr. Kaltenbach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaltenbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578618419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaltenbach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaltenbach
What is Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach's specialty?
Dr. Kaltenbach is a Specialist near San Francisco, CA.
Is this Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaltenbach 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 Tonya Kaltenbach accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaltenbach's office at (415) 502-2249 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tonya Kaltenbach?
Please contact Dr. Kaltenbach's office at (415) 502-2249 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach have?
Dr. Tonya Kaltenbach is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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