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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamaguchi, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Yamaguchi graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple University Hospital Program. Dr. Yamaguchi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamaguchi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamaguchi’s office.
Where did Dr. Yamaguchi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yamaguchi speak?
Dr. Yamaguchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Yamaguchi typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Yamaguchi 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. Yamaguchi. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Yamaguchi typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Yamaguchi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yamaguchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamaguchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamaguchi accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Yamaguchi in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yamaguchi's office located?
What is Dr. Yamaguchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamaguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932543030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamaguchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamaguchi
What is Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi's specialty?
Dr. Yamaguchi is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamaguchi 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
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Is Seiji Yamaguchi accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seiji Yamaguchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamaguchi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seiji Yamaguchi?
Please contact Dr. Yamaguchi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143