Summary

Dr. Neal Birnbaum specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect joints, muscles, and the immune system. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at both the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 56 years of clinical experience, Dr. Birnbaum brings extensive knowledge to treating complex rheumatic diseases. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Birnbaum practices at MarinHealth Rheumatology, a UCSF Health Clinic, in San Rafael, California, and maintains hospital privileges at California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus. His expertise includes treating rheumatoid arthritis, immune system disorders, and osteoarthritis. He provides specialized infusion therapy and chemotherapy treatments for patients with autoimmune conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Birnbaum highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 56 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

MarinHealth Rheumatology | A UCSF Health Clinic

4000 Civic Center Dr Ste 200ASan Rafael, CA 94903
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.7 
56 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
San Rafael , CAVacaville , CABaltimore , MDSan Francisco , CA
Med School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Neal Birnbaum

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Neal Birnbaum has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Neal Birnbaum has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Localized Scleroderma
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
  • Polymyositis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Scleroderma
  • Sjogren's Syndrome
  • Tendinitis
  • Vasculitis

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

Medical School

Ohio State University / College of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Dr. Neal Birnbaum is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus.

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