44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gheewala, Internist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Umesh Gheewala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Gheewala graduated from University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital and completed his residency at Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine Kapiolani M C/Women-Child, Pediatrics St Agnes Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Gheewala is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gheewala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gheewala’s office at (650) 404-8408.
Where did Dr. Gheewala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine Kapiolani M C/Women-Child, Pediatrics St Agnes Hosp, Pediatrics | Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women and Children | University of Hawaii Program
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | Grant Government Medical College
What languages does Dr. Gheewala speak?
Dr. Gheewala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gheewala typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gheewala 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. Gheewala. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hand and Wrist Injury
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Finger Injury
- Wrist Sprain
- Hand Trauma
- Upper Extremity Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gheewala typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Umesh Gheewala may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gheewala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gheewala accept my insurance?
Dr. Gheewala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 404-8408 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gheewala accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Gheewala in San Mateo, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gheewala's office located?
Dr. Umesh Gheewala's Primary Practice
100 S San Mateo Dr
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 404-8408
What is Dr. Gheewala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gheewala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982608568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gheewala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gheewala
What is Dr. Umesh Gheewala's specialty?
Dr. Gheewala is a Internist near San Mateo, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Umesh Gheewala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gheewala is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, The Queen's Medical Center 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 Umesh Gheewala accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Umesh Gheewala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umesh Gheewala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gheewala's office at (650) 404-8408 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umesh Gheewala?
Please contact Dr. Gheewala's office at (650) 404-8408 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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