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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Unterhalter typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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:

End-Stage Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
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

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease
N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

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:

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:

High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia

ICD-10 Codes:

E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Unterhalter typically perform?

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

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

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

Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group

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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 hospitals are Dr. Unterhalter affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Unterhalter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA

Ranked Liver Cancer Surgery

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach,Newport Beach, CA

Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 4 Procedures

What is Dr. Unterhalter's NPI number?A 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.

What does a Nephrologist do?

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.

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

Yes, Dr. Unterhalter is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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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