17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karlon, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. William Karlon, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Karlon graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Karlon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karlon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karlon’s office at (415) 353-4721.
Where did Dr. Karlon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center | Ucsf Med Center
Residency: University of California, San Francisco | Ucsf Med Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Karlon board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. William Karlon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Karlon speak?
Dr. Karlon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karlon treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Karlon 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. Karlon. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Blood Cancer
- Undifferentiated Acute Leukemia
- Fast-growing Blood Cancer
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9500: Acute leukemia of unspecified cell type not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Lymphocytosis
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation
- Encephalitis
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Encephalomyelitis
- Brain Swelling
- Spinal Cord Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G0490: Encephalitis and encephalomyelitis, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Which procedures does Dr. Karlon perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Karlon may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karlon's office.
Does Dr. Karlon accept my insurance?
Dr. Karlon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-4721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karlon accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Karlon 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
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karlon's office located?
Dr. William Karlon's Primary Practice
185 Berry St
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 353-4721
What is Dr. Karlon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karlon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154365088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karlon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karlon
What is Dr. William Karlon's specialty?
Dr. Karlon is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Francisco, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Karlon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Karlon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karlon 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
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Is William Karlon accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Karlon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Karlon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karlon's office at (415) 353-4721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Karlon?
Please contact Dr. Karlon's office at (415) 353-4721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Karlon have?
Dr. William Karlon is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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