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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Podolin, Cardiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Richard Podolin, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Podolin graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Podolin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Podolin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Podolin’s office at (415) 666-3220.
Where did Dr. Podolin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Internal Medicine | Cooper Hospital-University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Podolin board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Podolin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Podolin speak?
Dr. Podolin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Podolin typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Podolin 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. Podolin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Podolin typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Podolin may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Podolin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Podolin accept my insurance?
Dr. Podolin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 666-3220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Podolin accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Podolin 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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Podolin's office located?
Dr. Richard Podolin's Primary Practice
2250 Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 666-3220
What is Dr. Podolin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Podolin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295876860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Podolin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Podolin
What is Dr. Richard Podolin's specialty?
Dr. Podolin is a Cardiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Richard Podolin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Podolin is affiliated with Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Podolin accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Podolin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Podolin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Podolin's office at (415) 666-3220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Podolin?
Please contact Dr. Podolin's office at (415) 666-3220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Podolin have?
Dr. Richard Podolin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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