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Dr. Blake Taylor, MD

Neurosurgeon

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taylor, Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Blake Taylor, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Taylor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taylor’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taylor’s office at (415) 514-6868.

    What languages does Dr. Taylor speak?

    Dr. Taylor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Taylor typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Taylor diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Taylor. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Does Dr. Taylor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taylor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 514-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taylor accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Taylor in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • HealthRight Group

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Blake Taylor's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 514-6868

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    Dr. Blake Taylor's Practice 2

    1100 S Eliseo Dr Ste 1

    Greenbrae, CA 94904

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    Dr. Blake Taylor's Practice 3

    3100 San Pablo Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94702

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    What is Dr. Taylor's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407210214.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taylor?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taylor

    What is Dr. Blake Taylor's specialty?

    Dr. Taylor is a Neurosurgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Blake Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Marinhealth Medical Center, Novato Community Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Blake Taylor accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Blake Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Blake Taylor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (415) 514-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Blake Taylor?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (415) 514-6868 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Taylor's offices are located in San Francisco, CA, Greenbrae, CA, and Berkeley, CA.