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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Greif, Internist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Russell Greif, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Greif completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Greif is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Greif’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Greif’s office at (661) 726-6490.
Where did Dr. Greif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Greif board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Russell Greif, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Greif speak?
Dr. Greif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Greif typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Greif 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. Greif. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Greif typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Greif 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. Greif's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Greif accept my insurance?
Dr. Greif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 726-6490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Greif accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Greif in Lancaster, 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)
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Greif's office located?
Dr. Russell Greif's Primary Practice
44241 15th St W Ste 206
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 726-6490
What is Dr. Greif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Greif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669519765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Greif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Greif
What is Dr. Russell Greif's specialty?
Dr. Greif is a Internist near Lancaster, 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. Russell Greif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Greif is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Russell Greif accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Greif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Greif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Greif's office at (661) 726-6490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Greif?
Please contact Dr. Greif's office at (661) 726-6490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Greif have?
Dr. Russell Greif is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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