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Dr. Sara Swenson, MD

Dr. Sara Swenson, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swenson, Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Sara Swenson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Swenson completed her residency at The Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Swenson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swenson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swenson’s office at (415) 600-2402.

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

    • Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center | Ucsf Med Center | Ucsf Med Center

    • Residency: The Montefiore Medical Center | The Montefiore Medical Center

    Is Dr. Swenson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Swenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Swenson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Swenson treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Swenson 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. Swenson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Breast Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening
    • Mammogram
    • Breast Exam
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Which procedures does Dr. Swenson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sara Swenson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Swenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-2402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swenson accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Swenson 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

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?

    Dr. Sara Swenson's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 600-2402

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    Dr. Sara Swenson's Practice 2

    3838 California St

    San Francisco, CA 94118

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    Dr. Sara Swenson's Practice 3

    2100 Webster St Ste 516

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Swenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609830975.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swenson?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Swenson's specialty?

    Dr. Swenson is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Swenson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sara Swenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swenson 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Sara Swenson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Swenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Swenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (415) 600-2402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Swenson?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (415) 600-2402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Swenson have?

    Dr. Sara Swenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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