- Dr. Donald C Rifas, MD
Dr. Donald C Rifas, MD
Overview
Dr. Donald C Rifas, MD works in Sacramento, California is a specialist in Internal Medicine, Pulmonology and graduated Cleveland Clinic in 1973. Dr. Rifas is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento, Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Sequoia Hospital, Sutter General Hospital, Sutter Memorial Hospital and practicing for 52 years
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonology
Conditions
• Acidosis• Benign Prostate Diseases
• Bursa Injection
• Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
• Coats' Disease
• Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
• Coloboma of Iris
• Coloboma of Optic Papilla
• Cone Dystrophy, X-Linked, With Tapetal-Like Sheen
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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• Device Implantation and Extraction
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Epilepsy, Idiopathic Generalized, Susceptibility to, 1
• Epilepsy, Idiopathic Generalized, Susceptibility to, 5
• Familial Hypertension
• Familial Polyposis
• Gliomatosis Cerebri
• Gua Sha
• Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
• Memory Disorders
• Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
• Radiation-Related Neoplasm
• Skin Infections
• Spinal Reconstruction
• Spinal Spacer Procedure
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Procedures
• Bronchoscopy• Thoracentesis
• Ventilation Management
Board Certifications
- Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
Years Since Graduation
- 52
State License
- California
Education & Training
Residency Hospitals
Cleveland, OH, USA
Year completed: 1973 University Hi Integr Med Res Program Honolulu, HI, USAYear completed: 1977
Internship Hospital
Year completed: 1972
Fellowship Hospital
Sacramento, CA, USA
Year completed: 1979
Medical School
Columbia, MO, United States
Graduated: 1971
Awards
Dr. Rifas Reviews
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I got an appointment when I needed one.
They kept things moving and on time during my visit.
I received a correct diagnosis and up-to-date treatment.
I was given specific advice on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health.
The provider really listened, gave me the time I needed, and put me at ease.
We discussed treatment options and choices I have.
The provider addressed traditional and alternative medicine treatment options in an open-minded way.
Office Locations
Primary location
Accepting New Patients
- Yes
Map & Directions
Insurances Accepted (check insurance plans)
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
- Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California HMO
- CaliforniaCare HMO
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Health Net
- Health Net PPO
- HealthNet
- United Healthcare HMO
- United Healthcare PPO
- UnitedHealthCare
- Western Health Advantage
- Western Health Advantage HMO
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Affiliated Hospitals
Mercy General Hospital
Mercy General Hospital is a non-profit hospital located in Sacramento, CA. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state average in 13 of 15 procedures. Length of Stay is shorter than the state average in 3 of 15 procedures.
Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
Methodist Hospital of Sacramento is a hospital located in Sacramento, CA. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state average in 7 of 7 procedures. Length of Stay is at the state average in 6 of 7 procedures.
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a hospital located in Northridge, CA. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state average in 9 of 15 procedures. Length of Stay is at the state average in 8 of 15 procedures.
Sequoia Hospital
Sequoia Hospital is an accredited, not-for-profit community hospital providing innovative and exceptional healthcare to Bay Area residents since 1950. We offer a full range of medical, surgical and specialty programs.
(650) 367-5551
Sutter General Hospital
Sutter General Hospital is a hospital located in Sacramento, CA. This hospital reports jointly with Sutter Memorial Hospital. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state averag...
Sutter Memorial Hospital
Sutter Memorial Hospital is a hospital located in Sacramento, CA. This hospital reports jointly with Sutter General Hospital. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state averag...
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- Dr. C. is a pleasant, professional caring and fun doctor. Answered all my questions on a keep it simple level and explained everything. He took his time. I will refer them when needed. What a great group!07 February 2024
- He is the best if you need help with panic attacks. He fixed up my medication and I feel better.31 January 2024
- Dr. Jungblut and staff are all professional, fun, conscientious. Been going here for a long time. My children and grandchildren now see Dr. Jungblut too.24 January 2024
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