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. 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 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 as a 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 a Cytopathologist like Dr. Ljung typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Ljung typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Britt-Marie Ljung may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ljung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Provider Networks
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
Recognitions
Awards
San Francisco Super Doctors
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.
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. 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
When to see a Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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