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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elicker, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Brett Elicker, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Elicker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elicker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elicker’s office at (415) 206-5871.
Is Dr. Elicker board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brett Elicker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Elicker speak?
Dr. Elicker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Elicker typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Elicker 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. Elicker. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Elicker typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Elicker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elicker. 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Elicker accept my insurance?
Dr. Elicker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-5871 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elicker accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Elicker in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elicker's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Elicker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Elicker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CARanked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
What is Dr. Elicker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elicker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891748034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elicker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elicker
What is Dr. Brett Elicker's specialty?
Dr. Elicker is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is Dr. Brett Elicker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elicker is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Brett Elicker accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Elicker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Elicker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elicker's office at (415) 206-5871 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brett Elicker?
Please contact Dr. Elicker's office at (415) 206-5871 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Elicker's office located?
Dr. Elicker's office is located in San Francisco, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Elicker have?
Dr. Brett Elicker is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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