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Dr. Gideon Sughrue, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Mountain View, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sughrue, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Gideon Sughrue, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Sughrue is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sughrue’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sughrue’s office at (415) 833-3034.

    Is Dr. Sughrue board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gideon Sughrue, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sughrue speak?

    Dr. Sughrue 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. Sughrue typically treat?

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

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Sughrue accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sughrue accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 833-3034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sughrue accept in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Sughrue in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Sughrue's office located?

    Dr. Gideon Sughrue's Primary Practice

    2500 Grant Rd

    Mountain View, CA 94040

    (415) 833-3034

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    Dr. Gideon Sughrue's Practice 2

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

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    Dr. Gideon Sughrue's Practice 3

    2425 Geary Blvd

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sughrue affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sughrue has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
    El Camino Health - Los Gatos Hospital,Los Gatos, CA
    Petaluma Valley Hospital,Petaluma, CA

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

    Dr. Sughrue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063601037.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sughrue?

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

    What is Dr. Gideon Sughrue's specialty?

    Dr. Sughrue is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Mountain View, 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. Gideon Sughrue affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sughrue is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gideon Sughrue accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gideon Sughrue is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gideon Sughrue offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sughrue's office at (415) 833-3034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gideon Sughrue?

    Please contact Dr. Sughrue's office at (415) 833-3034 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sughrue's office located?

    Dr. Sughrue's offices are located in Mountain View, CA, South San Francisco, CA, and San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gideon Sughrue have?

    Dr. Gideon Sughrue is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.