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Dr. Christine Hessler, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Christine Hessler, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hessler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hessler’s office at (415) 476-1488.

    What languages does Dr. Hessler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hessler treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Hessler 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. Hessler. 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:

    • Facial Weakness
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29810: Facial weakness

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Aphasia
    • Difficulty speaking
    • Language impairment
    • Loss of speech

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4701: Aphasia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Does Dr. Hessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hessler 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 Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Hessler's office located?

    Dr. Christine Hessler's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave # M798

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-1488

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    Dr. Christine Hessler's Practice 2

    815 Pollard Rd

    Los Gatos, CA 95032

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    Dr. Christine Hessler's Practice 3

    701 E El Camino Real

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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

    Dr. Hessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134495880.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hessler?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Hessler's specialty?

    Dr. Hessler is a Neurologist near San Francisco, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Hessler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christine Hessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hessler is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Adventist Health and Rideout, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA, Temecula Valley 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurologist?

    Explore Neurologist 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 Christine Hessler accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Hessler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Hessler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hessler's office at (415) 476-1488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christine Hessler?

    Please contact Dr. Hessler's office at (415) 476-1488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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