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Dr. Nelson Schiller, MD

Dr. Nelson Schiller, MD

San Francisco, CA

53 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schiller, Cardiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Nelson Schiller, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schiller completed his residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schiller is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schiller’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiller’s office at (415) 353-1733.

    Where did Dr. Schiller go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center, Cardiovascular Diseases | UCSF Medical Center, Cardiovascular Diseases

    • Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | University of California, San Diego | Ucsf Med Center

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Schiller board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Schiller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schiller speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schiller treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Schiller 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. Schiller. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Undetermined Poisoning by Cancer or Immune-Suppressing Drugs
    • Poisoning
    • Unexplained drug poisoning
    • Mystery overdose of chemotherapy
    • Unknown cause of immunosuppressant toxicity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T451X4A: Poisoning by antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs, undetermined, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • PAH
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Heart Sac Disease
    • Pericardial Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I319: Disease of pericardium, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Schiller perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nelson Schiller may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schiller's office.

    Does Dr. Schiller accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schiller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-1733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schiller's office located?

    Dr. Nelson Schiller's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave # 300

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-1733

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

    Dr. Schiller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275585788.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiller?

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

    What is Dr. Nelson Schiller's specialty?

    Dr. Schiller is a Cardiologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Schiller to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nelson Schiller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schiller 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Nelson Schiller accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Schiller is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nelson Schiller offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schiller's office at (415) 353-1733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nelson Schiller?

    Please contact Dr. Schiller's office at (415) 353-1733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Schiller have?

    Dr. Nelson Schiller is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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