Summary

Dr. Sigurd Berven treats back pain during pregnancy, back pain in children and teens, and back pain, and is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He practices surgery and orthopedic surgery and has 33 years of experience.

He completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He sees patients in Oakland and San Francisco, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Berven 4.83 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 94 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Sigurd H. Berven has 2 locations

Spine Center

744 52nd StOakland, CA 94609

Spine Center

400 Parnassus Ave Ste A2300San Francisco, CA 94143

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Oakland , CARedwood City , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sigurd H. Berven

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Sigurd H. Berven has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Sigurd H. Berven has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Infection
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteotomy
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Curvatures
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Injuries
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Sigurd H. Berven holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1993.

NPI Number

Sigurd H. Berven's NPI number is 1336193812.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sigurd Berven accepting new patients?
Sigurd Berven is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Sigurd Berven's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Sigurd Berven speak?
Sigurd Berven speaks English and Spanish.
Does Sigurd Berven accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sigurd Berven accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Sigurd Berven affiliated with?
Sigurd Berven is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Where is Sigurd Berven's office located?
Sigurd Berven's office is located at 744 52nd St, Oakland, CA, 94609.

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