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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Karlon typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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]
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Karlon typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Karlon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
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.
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, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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