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Dr. Stefan Unterhalter, MD

Beverly Hills, CA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Unterhalter, Nephrologist in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Dr. Stefan Unterhalter, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Unterhalter graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Nephrology Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Unterhalter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unterhalter’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unterhalter’s office at (310) 274-2722.

    Where did Dr. Unterhalter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Nephrology Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Unterhalter board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stefan Unterhalter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Unterhalter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Unterhalter treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Unterhalter 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. Unterhalter. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Unterhalter perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stefan Unterhalter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Unterhalter's office.

    Does Dr. Unterhalter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Unterhalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 274-2722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Unterhalter accept in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Dr. Unterhalter in Beverly Hills, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Unterhalter's office located?

    Dr. Stefan Unterhalter's Primary Practice

    9001 Wilshire Blvd Ste 201

    Beverly Hills, CA 90211

    (310) 274-2722

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

    Dr. Unterhalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619023249.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unterhalter?

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

    What is Dr. Stefan Unterhalter's specialty?

    Dr. Unterhalter is a Nephrologist near Beverly Hills, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Unterhalter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stefan Unterhalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Unterhalter is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Stefan Unterhalter accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stefan Unterhalter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stefan Unterhalter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Unterhalter's office at (310) 274-2722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stefan Unterhalter?

    Please contact Dr. Unterhalter's office at (310) 274-2722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stefan Unterhalter have?

    Dr. Stefan Unterhalter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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