Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Darragh, Cytopathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Teresa Darragh, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Darragh graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University. Dr. Darragh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Darragh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Darragh’s office at (415) 353-7861.
Where did Dr. Darragh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF, Surgical Pathology
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
What languages does Dr. Darragh speak?
Dr. Darragh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Darragh typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Darragh 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. Darragh. 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:
- Anal Dysplasia
- Anal Disorder
- Abnormal anal cells
- Precancerous anal changes
- Anal epithelial dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6282: Dysplasia of anus
Also known as:
- Early Stage Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Precancerous Anal Lesion
- Stage 0 Anal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Anal Pap Smear (ASC-US)
- ASC-US anal smear
- Uncertain anal cell changes
- Mildly abnormal anal cells
ICD-10 Codes:
- R85610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of anus (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Low-Grade Abnormal Anal Cells
- LGSIL Anal Smear
- Mild Anal Dysplasia
- Low-Grade Squamous Lesion Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- R85612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of anus (LGSIL)
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal and Rectal Disorder
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
- Anorectal disease
- Anal problems
- Rectal problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
- K629: Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unclear Anus Smear Test Result
- High-Grade Abnormal Cells in Anus
- Unsatisfactory anal pap smear
- Inconclusive anal cytology
- Anal smear needs repeat
- HGSIL of Anus
- High-grade anal lesion
- Severe abnormal anal cells
ICD-10 Codes:
- R85615: Unsatisfactory cytologic smear of anus
- R85613: High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of anus (HGSIL)
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Darragh typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Darragh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Darragh. 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:
- High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
- Anoscopy
- HRA with Biopsy
- Anal Canal Magnification Exam
- Anorectal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Darragh accept my insurance?
Dr. Darragh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Darragh accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Darragh 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 Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Darragh's office located?
Dr. Teresa Darragh's Primary Practice
1600 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-7861
What is Dr. Darragh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Darragh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982661435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Darragh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Darragh
What is Dr. Teresa Darragh's specialty?
Dr. Darragh is a Cytopathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Teresa Darragh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Darragh 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 Teresa Darragh accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Darragh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Darragh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Darragh's office at (415) 353-7861 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Darragh?
Please contact Dr. Darragh's office at (415) 353-7861 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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