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Dr. Scott Fruhan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fruhan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Scott Fruhan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Fruhan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fruhan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fruhan’s office at (617) 816-7300.

    What languages does Dr. Fruhan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fruhan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fruhan 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. Fruhan. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fruhan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Fruhan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fruhan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fruhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 816-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Fruhan 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • The Health Care Group

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    Where is Dr. Fruhan's office located?

    Dr. Scott Fruhan's Primary Practice

    1001 Potrero Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    (617) 816-7300

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

    Dr. Fruhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437410925.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fruhan?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Fruhan's specialty?

    Dr. Fruhan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Scott Fruhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fruhan is affiliated with Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Scott Fruhan accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Fruhan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Fruhan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fruhan's office at (617) 816-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Fruhan?

    Please contact Dr. Fruhan's office at (617) 816-7300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fruhan's office located?

    Dr. Fruhan's office is located in San Francisco, CA.