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Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung, MD

Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung, MD

San Francisco, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ljung, Cytopathologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Ljung graduated from Karolinska Institute Sweden and completed her residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Ljung is fluent in English and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ljung’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ljung’s office at (415) 353-7043.

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

    • Fellowship: Karolinska Hospital, Sweden | UCSF Medical Center, Cytology | UCSF Medical Center, Cytology

    • Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University Of California-Los Angeles | University of California, Los Angeles

    • Medical School: Karolinska Inst, Med Fak, Stockholm, Sweden | Karolinska Institute / Medical Faculty | Karolinska Institute Sweden | Karolinska Institute / Medical Faculty | Karolinska Institutet, Medicinska Fakulteten

    Is Dr. Ljung board certified in Cytopathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Ljung speak?

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

    • English

    • Swedish

    What conditions does Dr. Ljung treat?

    As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Ljung 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. Ljung. 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Does Dr. Ljung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ljung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ljung 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ljung's office located?

    Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung's Primary Practice

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 353-7043

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    Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung's Practice 2

    400 Parnassus Ave # 300

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung's Practice 3

    8 Koret Way

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Ljung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780641324.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ljung?

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

    What is Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung's specialty?

    Dr. Ljung is a Cytopathologist near San Francisco, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ljung to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ljung 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 Cytopathologist?

    Explore Cytopathologist 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 Britt-Marie Ljung accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ljung's office at (415) 353-7043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Britt-Marie Ljung?

    Please contact Dr. Ljung's office at (415) 353-7043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung have?

    Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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