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Dr. Rima Ash, MD

Dr. Rima Ash, MD

San Francisco, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ash, Neurologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Rima Ash, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Ash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ash’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ash’s office at (415) 353-2273.

    Where did Dr. Ash go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Ash board certified as a Neurologist?

      Yes, Dr. Rima Ash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

      What languages does Dr. Ash speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ash typically treat?

      As a Neurologist, Dr. Ash 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. Ash. 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:

      • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
      • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
      • Parkinson's Disease
      • Parkinsonism
      • Early Parkinson's
      • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
      • Stable Parkinson's Disease
      • Parkinson's with Variable Movements
      • PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
      • On-Off Parkinson's
      • PD
      • Shaking Palsy
      • Paralysis Agitans
      • Parkinson's Syndrome
      • Atypical Parkinsonism
      • Secondary Parkinsonism

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
      • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
      • G20: Parkinson's disease
      • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Tremor
      • Shaking
      • Involuntary Shaking
      • Essential Tremor
      • Parkinsonian Tremor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R251: Tremor, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Other Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Mental Disorder
      • Bruxism
      • Atypical Somatic Disorder
      • Unusual Physical Symptoms
      • Mind-Body Disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F458: Other somatoform disorders

      Also known as:

      • Essential Tremor
      • Tremor
      • Essential tremor
      • Familial Tremor
      • Benign Essential Tremor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G250: Essential tremor

      Also known as:

      • Migraine
      • Migraine headache
      • Severe headache
      • Vascular headache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

      What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ash typically perform?

      As a Neurologist, Dr. Ash performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ash. 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:

      • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
      • Chemodenervation for Migraine
      • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
      • Facial Nerve Block
      • Trigeminal Nerve Block

      CPT Codes:

      • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
      • Extremity Chemodenervation
      • Spasticity Injection
      • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
      • Muscle Denervation

      CPT Codes:

      • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

      Also known as:

      • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
      • Botox for facial spasms
      • Facial nerve chemodenervation
      • Blepharospasm treatment
      • Hemifacial spasm injection

      CPT Codes:

      • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

      Also known as:

      • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
      • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
      • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
      • Neck spasm injection

      CPT Codes:

      • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

      Does Dr. Ash accept my insurance?

      Dr. Ash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

      Top Insurances

      • Centene Corporation

      • Health Plan of San Joaquin

      • Hill Physicians Medical Group

      • Kaiser Permanente

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      Where is Dr. Ash's office located?

      Dr. Rima Ash's Primary Practice

      450 6th Ave

      San Francisco, CA 94118

      (415) 353-2273

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      Dr. Rima Ash's Practice 2

      400 Parnassus Ave # A837

      San Francisco, CA 94143

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

      Dr. Ash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205925484.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ash?

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

      What is Dr. Rima Ash's specialty?

      What does a Neurologist do?

      A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

      Is Dr. Rima Ash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Ash is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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. Rima Ash accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Rima Ash is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Rima Ash offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Ash's office at (415) 353-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rima Ash?

      Please contact Dr. Ash's office at (415) 353-2273 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Ash's office located?

      Dr. Ash's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Rima Ash have?

      Dr. Rima Ash is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.