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Dr. Kathleen Liu, MD

San Francisco, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liu, Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kathleen Liu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Liu graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Liu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (415) 353-2507.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Liu board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Liu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Liu treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Which procedures does Dr. Liu perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kathleen Liu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2507 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Liu 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

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Liu's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Liu's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-2507

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    Dr. Kathleen Liu's Practice 2

    1600 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518996693.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Liu's specialty?

    Dr. Liu is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Liu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liu 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Kathleen Liu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Liu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Liu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (415) 353-2507 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Liu?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (415) 353-2507 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Liu have?

    Dr. Kathleen Liu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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