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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gersten, Family Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Dana Gersten, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gersten is fluent in English, Chinese, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gersten’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gersten’s office at (510) 437-4800.
What languages does Dr. Gersten speak?
Dr. Gersten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gersten typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gersten 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. Gersten. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gersten typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Gersten may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gersten's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gersten accept my insurance?
Dr. Gersten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gersten accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Gersten in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
California Water Service Group
Contra Costa
Jefferson Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sunrise Community Health
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gersten's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Gersten affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gersten has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Contra Costa Regional Medical Center,Martinez, CA
Contra Costa Regional Medical Center,Martinez, CA
What is Dr. Gersten's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gersten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033536404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gersten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gersten
What is Dr. Dana Gersten's specialty?
Dr. Gersten is a Family Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Dana Gersten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gersten is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Dana Gersten accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dana Gersten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Gersten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gersten's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dana Gersten?
Please contact Dr. Gersten's office at (510) 437-4800 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gersten's office located?
Dr. Gersten's offices are located in Berkeley, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Oakland, CA.
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