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Dr. Bruce Silver, MD

Berkeley, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Silver, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Bruce Silver, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Silver completed his residency at Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Silver is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silver’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silver’s office at (510) 525-8980.

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

    • Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine | Lankenau Hospital

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Silver board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Silver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Silver speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Silver treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Silver 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. Silver. 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:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Silver perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Silver may include:

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

    Does Dr. Silver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Silver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 525-8980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Silver accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Silver in Berkeley, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Silver's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Silver's Primary Practice

    1510 4th St # 1

    Berkeley, CA 94710

    (510) 525-8980

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    Dr. Bruce Silver's Practice 2

    1601 Petersen Ave

    San Jose, CA 95129

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    Dr. Bruce Silver's Practice 3

    1002 W Fremont Ave

    Sunnyvale, CA 94087

    (408) 739-2383

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

    Dr. Silver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679545743.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silver?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Silver's specialty?

    Dr. Silver is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Silver to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Silver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Silver is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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 Bruce Silver accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Silver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Silver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Silver's office at (510) 525-8980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Silver?

    Please contact Dr. Silver's office at (510) 525-8980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Silver have?

    Dr. Bruce Silver is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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