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Dr. James Hershon, MD

Dr. James Hershon, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

San Francisco, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hershon, Critical Care Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. James Hershon, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Hershon graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Ventura County Medical Center Program. Dr. Hershon is fluent in English, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hershon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hershon’s office at (415) 923-3421.

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

    • Residency: Ventura County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    What languages does Dr. Hershon speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hershon typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hershon 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. Hershon. 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:

    • Heart Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8621: Heart transplant rejection

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Lump or Swelling
    • Left Leg Lump or Swelling
    • Right Lower Limb Mass
    • Bump on Right Leg
    • Right Leg Nodule
    • Left Lower Limb Mass
    • Bump on Left Leg
    • Left Leg Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2241: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right lower limb
    • R2242: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Lumps or Swelling in Both Legs
    • Bilateral Leg Swelling
    • Masses on Both Legs
    • Swelling in Both Lower Limbs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2243: Localized swelling, mass and lump, lower limb, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hershon typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Hershon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hershon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hershon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hershon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 923-3421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hershon 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hershon's office located?

    Dr. James Hershon's Primary Practice

    2351 Clay St Ste 501

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 923-3421

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    Dr. James Hershon's Practice 2

    1100 Van Ness Ave Ste 1005

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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

    Dr. Hershon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508940305.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hershon?

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

    What is Dr. James Hershon's specialty?

    Dr. Hershon is a Critical Care Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. James Hershon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hershon is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Hershon accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Hershon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Hershon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hershon's office at (415) 923-3421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Hershon?

    Please contact Dr. Hershon's office at (415) 923-3421 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hershon's office located?

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