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Dr. Suzanne Pertsch, MD
Burlingame, CA
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pertsch, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Suzanne Pertsch, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pertsch completed her residency at Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pertsch is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pertsch’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pertsch’s office at (650) 652-8515.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pertsch?
Dr. Suzanne Pertsch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pertsch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Internal Medicine, Palliative Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Burlingame/CA community, Dr. Pertsch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pertsch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Pertsch board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Suzanne Pertsch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pertsch speak?
Dr. Pertsch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pertsch treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Pertsch 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. Pertsch. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- EDS
- Hypermobility syndrome
- Joint hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7960: Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Which procedures does Dr. Pertsch perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Suzanne Pertsch may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pertsch's office.
Does Dr. Pertsch accept my insurance?
Dr. Pertsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 652-8515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pertsch accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Pertsch in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pertsch's office located?
Dr. Suzanne Pertsch's Primary Practice
1501 Trousdale Dr
Burlingame, CA 94010
(650) 652-8515
What is Dr. Pertsch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pertsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568495042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pertsch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pertsch
What is Dr. Suzanne Pertsch's specialty?
Dr. Pertsch is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Burlingame, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Pertsch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Suzanne Pertsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pertsch is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Suzanne Pertsch accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Suzanne Pertsch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suzanne Pertsch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pertsch's office at (650) 652-8515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suzanne Pertsch?
Please contact Dr. Pertsch's office at (650) 652-8515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suzanne Pertsch have?
Dr. Suzanne Pertsch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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