Summary

Dr. Gretchen Kunitz is an internal medicine physician who brings four and a half decades of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive adult healthcare. Her extensive experience spans nearly five decades of caring for patients with complex medical needs. Dr. Kunitz is fluent in Spanish, allowing her to connect with and care for Spanish-speaking patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Kunitz practices at John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, California, and maintains affiliations with both Walnut Creek Medical Center and John Muir Health Concord Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. Her clinical expertise includes breast cancer screening and providing flu vaccinations to help patients stay healthy. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kunitz highly for her care, giving her a perfect 5.0 rating.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

John Muir Health

2621 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598

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Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gretchen Kunitz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Amera-Net
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Beech Street (owned by MultiPlan)
  • Blue Shield
  • Canopy Care
  • Canopy Health
  • Canopy United Healthcare
  • ChoiceCare Network/Humana
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Network (CCN)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • CorVel Corporation
  • Coventry Health Care National Network
  • First Health
  • Fortified Provider Network
  • Great-West Healthcare (Now CIGNA)
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Net
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Inc.
  • Integrated Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Advantage Plans
  • Multiplan
  • Multiplan PPO (Kaiser PPO or POS - excluded)
  • United Health Care

Medical Specialties

Gretchen Kunitz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Gretchen Kunitz has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Gretchen Kunitz holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Gretchen Kunitz's NPI number is 1144406273.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Kunitz?
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Is Gretchen Kunitz accepting new patients?
Gretchen Kunitz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Gretchen Kunitz's office located?
Gretchen Kunitz's office is located at 2621 Shadelands Dr, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598.
Does Gretchen Kunitz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Gretchen Kunitz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Gretchen Kunitz affiliated with?
Gretchen Kunitz is affiliated with Walnut Creek Medical Center and John Muir Health Concord Medical Center.

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