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Dr. Alison Matsunaga, MD

Dr. Alison Matsunaga, MD

San Francisco, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matsunaga, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Alison Matsunaga, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Matsunaga graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. Dr. Matsunaga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matsunaga’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matsunaga’s office at (510) 428-3372.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital Oakland, Oakland

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology | Childrens Hospital Oakland | University of California At San Francisco | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Matsunaga speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Matsunaga treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Matsunaga 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. Matsunaga. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Thrombocytopenia
    • High Platelet Count
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder
    • Thrombocytosis
    • Elevated platelet count
    • Too many platelets

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
    • D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Low White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency
    • Leukopenia
    • Low WBC count
    • Immune system weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
    • D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Menometrorrhagia
    • Irregular Heavy Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
    • N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Thalassemia Minor
    • Thalassemia
    • Alpha thalassemia
    • Thalassemia Trait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D563: Thalassemia minor

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Blood or Immune System Disorder
    • Blood Disorder
    • Family History
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Genetic blood disorders
    • Hereditary immune conditions
    • Inherited blood disease risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z832: Family history of diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemophilia A
    • Hemophilia
    • Factor VIII Deficiency', 'Classic Hemophilia', 'Bleeder's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
    • Blood
    • Coagulation Disorder
    • Blood Clotting Problem
    • Abnormal PT/INR

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R791: Abnormal coagulation profile

    Also known as:

    • Von Willebrand Disease
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Von Willebrand disease
    • vWD
    • Von Willebrand disorder
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6800: Von Willebrand disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • G6PD Deficiency
    • Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
    • Favism (in some cases)
    • G6PD defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D75A: Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency without anemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Matsunaga perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Matsunaga may include:

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

    Does Dr. Matsunaga accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matsunaga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 428-3372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Community Health Network

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Matsunaga's office located?

    Dr. Alison Matsunaga's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (510) 428-3372

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    Dr. Alison Matsunaga's Practice 2

    747 52nd St

    Oakland, CA 94609

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

    Dr. Matsunaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770655078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matsunaga?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Matsunaga's specialty?

    Dr. Matsunaga is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near San Francisco, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Matsunaga to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Matsunaga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matsunaga is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    Explore Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist with 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 Alison Matsunaga accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Matsunaga is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Matsunaga offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matsunaga's office at (510) 428-3372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Matsunaga?

    Please contact Dr. Matsunaga's office at (510) 428-3372 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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