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Dr. Robert Li, MD

South San Francisco, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Li, Surgeon in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Robert Li, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Li graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program. Dr. Li is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Li’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Li’s office at (650) 742-2000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Li?

    Dr. Robert Li, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Li empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bariatric/Obesity Surgery, General Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the South San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Li is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Li speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Li treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Cancer
    • Gastric Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
    • Stomach Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C162: Malignant neoplasm of body of stomach
    • C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Li perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Li may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Li's office.

    Does Dr. Li accept my insurance?

    Dr. Li accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Li's office located?

    Dr. Robert Li's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (650) 742-2000

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    Dr. Robert Li's Practice 2

    1150 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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

    Dr. Li's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326126806.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Li?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Li's specialty?

    Dr. Li is a Surgeon near South San Francisco, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Li to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Li affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Li is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

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    Is Robert Li accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Li is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Li offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Li?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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