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Dr. Karin Gaensler, MD
San Francisco, CA
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaensler, Hematologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Karin Gaensler, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Gaensler is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaensler’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaensler’s office at (415) 353-2421.
Where did Dr. Gaensler go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Gaensler speak?
Dr. Gaensler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Gaensler treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Gaensler 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. Gaensler. 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 Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
- D4620: Refractory anemia with excess of blasts, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myelofibrosis
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Bone Marrow Scarring
- Primary Myelofibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7581: Myelofibrosis
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gaensler perform as a Hematologist?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karin Gaensler may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gaensler's office.
Does Dr. Gaensler accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaensler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaensler accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Gaensler 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gaensler's office located?
Dr. Karin Gaensler's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-2421
What is Dr. Gaensler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaensler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609830215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaensler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaensler
What is Dr. Karin Gaensler's specialty?
Dr. Gaensler is a Hematologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Gaensler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karin Gaensler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaensler 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
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Is Karin Gaensler accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karin Gaensler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karin Gaensler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaensler's office at (415) 353-2421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karin Gaensler?
Please contact Dr. Gaensler's office at (415) 353-2421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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