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Who is Dr. Rifat, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Rifat Rifat, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Rifat completed his residency at Regions Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Rifat is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rifat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rifat’s office at (714) 895-7944.
Where did Dr. Rifat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Regions Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Rifat board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rifat Rifat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rifat speak?
Dr. Rifat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rifat typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rifat 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. Rifat. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rifat typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rifat Rifat 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. Rifat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rifat accept my insurance?
Dr. Rifat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 895-7944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rifat accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Rifat 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sana Benefits
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rifat's office located?
Dr. Rifat Rifat also offers virtual visits
Dr. Rifat Rifat's Primary Practice
101 Mission St Ste 800
San Francisco, CA 94105
(714) 895-7944
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rifat Rifat?
Dr. Rifat has appointments available at his San Francisco, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Rifat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rifat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669481594.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rifat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rifat
What is Dr. Rifat Rifat's specialty?
Dr. Rifat is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Rifat Rifat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rifat is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rifat Rifat accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rifat Rifat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rifat Rifat offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rifat, or call (714) 895-7944 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Rifat Rifat?
Yes, Dr. Rifat offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Rifat, or call (714) 895-7944 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rifat Rifat have?
Dr. Rifat Rifat is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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