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. 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 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 as an 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 an 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Karlon perform as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by 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
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
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, UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA, Doctors Medical Center of Modesto 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
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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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