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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Battle, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Laura Battle, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Battle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Battle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Battle’s office at (510) 869-6786.
What languages does Dr. Battle speak?
Dr. Battle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Battle treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Battle 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. Battle. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Battle perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Battle may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Battle's office.
Does Dr. Battle accept my insurance?
Dr. Battle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 869-6786 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Battle accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Battle in Oakland, 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
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
Health Plan of San Mateo
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Battle's office located?
Dr. Laura Battle's Practice 3
2324 Sacramento St Ste 111
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 600-6830
What is Dr. Battle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Battle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770826869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Battle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Battle
What is Dr. Laura Battle's specialty?
Dr. Battle is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Oakland, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Battle to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Battle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Battle is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Laura Battle accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Battle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Battle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Battle's office at (510) 869-6786 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Battle?
Please contact Dr. Battle's office at (510) 869-6786 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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