Summary

Dr. Lewis Blevins is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with 39 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Blevins further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1993. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Blevins practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and the California Center for Pituitary Disorders in San Francisco, California. He focuses on treating complex hormone conditions including hypopituitarism and pituitary tumors, along with prolactinoma. His clinical expertise includes performing thyroid hormone tests and testosterone testing, as well as utilizing MRI imaging for diagnosis. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 39 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • 19 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

California Center for Pituitary Disorders

400 Parnassus Ave # 8San Francisco, CA 94143

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismFamily Medicine
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39 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks Korean, Spanish, English, Tagalog
San Francisco , CAEmeryville , CALackland AFB , TXMartinez , CA
Med School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lewis S Blevins

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • InterCommunity Health Network CCO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Lewis S Blevins has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Lewis S Blevins has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Adrenal Insufficiency
  • Cushing Syndrome
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Insipidus
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Pituitary Gland Cancer
  • Pituitary Gland Tumor (Prolactinoma)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Lewis S Blevins 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 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1990 and University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1988.

Medical School

Graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Lewis S Blevins' NPI number is 1295822393.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Lewis S Blevins speak?
Lewis S Blevins speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Lewis S Blevins affiliated with?
Lewis S Blevins is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.

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