--- title: "Dr. Steven Machtinger | Allergist in San Mateo, CA" description: "Dr. Steven Machtinger, M.D. practices Allergy and Immunology and Pediatric Allergy and Immunology in San Mateo, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-steven-machtinger-1046243600" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Steven Machtinger, M.D. ![Steven Machtinger, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/mdgodji_KVedGRl_iEZrT5oujhGEa-mbuHluX2m8soo/1.0000/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Steven Machtinger, M.D. ## Allergy and Immunology - Accepting new patients ## Pediatric Allergy and Immunology - Accepting new patients [100 South Ellsworth Ave.Suite 707San Mateo, CA 94401](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=100+South+Ellsworth+Ave.+San+Mateo%2C+CA+94401+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-696-8630](tel:+16506968630) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-steven-machtinger-1046243600#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-steven-machtinger-1046243600#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-steven-machtinger-1046243600#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-steven-machtinger-1046243600#provider-services) ## About Dr. Machtinger Languages English and Spanish Gender Male ### Approach to care I make every attempt to make diagnoses in a timely and efficient manner, to explain all aspects of care clearly and concisely, and to treat all patients and family members with respect and good humor. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of Pittsburgh **Internship:** University of California Irvine Medical Center **Residency:** Stanford Medical Center Department of Pediatrics **Fellowship:** Children's Hospital at Stanford ## Board certifications - Allergy and Immunology - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center ### Other - Mills-Peninsula Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (1 plan)** ### Aetna - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (6 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Direct Access **Blue Shield of California (3 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations 100 South Ellsworth Ave. Suite 707 San Mateo, CA 94401 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=100+South+Ellsworth+Ave.+San+Mateo%2C+CA+94401+US) [650-696-8630](tel:+16506968630) 650-696-8238 ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Conditions - Acute rhinosinusitis - Food allergy - Sinus disease ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Allergy care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/allergy) - [Asthma care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/asthma) - [Immunology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/immunology) - [Pediatric allergies and immunology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-allergies-and-immunology) ## From Dr. Machtinger [Health Q&A ### Asthma and Menstrual Period My asthma seems to get worse during my menstrual period? Is this possible? ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/asthma-menstrual-period-1051061104) [Health Q&A ### Asthma Prevention and Treatments My asthma is intermittent and mild. Is the Proventil inhaler the best treatment? Are there any side effects? Is there a more natural method to manage asthma? And are there effective dust and other airborne allergen removers? ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/asthma-prevention-treatments-1051061131) [Health Q&A ### Food Allergy Tests I had a food allergy test about five years ago. All the tests came back negative. How long are the tests reliable? Can I still get a new food allergy in the future? ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/food-allergy-tests-1051061289) ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. It is not intended as a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any particular provider. 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