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Dr. Silvia Mccandlish, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mccandlish, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Silvia Mccandlish, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mccandlish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccandlish’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccandlish’s office at (415) 600-3190.

    What languages does Dr. Mccandlish speak?

    Dr. Mccandlish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mccandlish typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mccandlish 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. Mccandlish. 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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mccandlish typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Silvia Mccandlish may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mccandlish accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mccandlish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-3190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mccandlish accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Mccandlish in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

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    Where is Dr. Mccandlish's office located?

    Dr. Silvia Mccandlish's Primary Practice

    2100 Webster St Ste 516

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 600-3190

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    Dr. Silvia Mccandlish's Practice 2

    1100 Van Ness Ave Fl 6

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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    Dr. Silvia Mccandlish's Practice 3

    325 Distel Cir

    Los Altos, CA 94022

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    What is Dr. Mccandlish's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mccandlish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912325135.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccandlish?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccandlish

    What is Dr. Silvia Mccandlish's specialty?

    Dr. Mccandlish is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Silvia Mccandlish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mccandlish is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Silvia Mccandlish accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Silvia Mccandlish is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Silvia Mccandlish offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mccandlish's office at (415) 600-3190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Silvia Mccandlish?

    Please contact Dr. Mccandlish's office at (415) 600-3190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mccandlish's office located?

    Dr. Mccandlish's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Los Altos, CA.