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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pourdehnad, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Michael Pourdehnad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Pourdehnad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pourdehnad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pourdehnad’s office.
Is Dr. Pourdehnad board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Pourdehnad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pourdehnad speak?
Dr. Pourdehnad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pourdehnad typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pourdehnad 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. Pourdehnad. 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:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pourdehnad typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Pourdehnad 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. Pourdehnad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pourdehnad accept my insurance?
Dr. Pourdehnad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pourdehnad accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Pourdehnad in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pourdehnad's office located?
What is Dr. Pourdehnad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pourdehnad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235349432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pourdehnad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pourdehnad
What is Dr. Michael Pourdehnad's specialty?
Dr. Pourdehnad is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Michael Pourdehnad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pourdehnad 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Pourdehnad accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Pourdehnad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Pourdehnad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pourdehnad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Pourdehnad?
Please contact Dr. Pourdehnad's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Pourdehnad have?
Dr. Michael Pourdehnad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143