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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Douglas, Neurologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Vanja Douglas, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Douglas graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Douglas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Douglas’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. Douglas’s office at (415) 514-1575.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Douglas?
Dr. Vanja Douglas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Douglas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Encephalitis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Hospital Medicine, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Douglas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Douglas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF, Neurohospitalist Medicine | UCSF, Neurohospitalist Medicine
Residency: University of California, San Francisco | Ucsf Med Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Douglas board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Vanja Douglas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Douglas speak?
Dr. Douglas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Douglas treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Douglas 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. Douglas. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation
- Encephalitis
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Encephalomyelitis
- Brain Swelling
- Spinal Cord Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G0490: Encephalitis and encephalomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Guillain-Barr syndrome
- GBS
- Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Post-Infectious Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G610: Guillain-Barre syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Does Dr. Douglas accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 514-1575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Douglas accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Douglas 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Douglas' office located?
Dr. Vanja C. Douglas, MD
505 Parnassus Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 514-1575
What is Dr. Douglas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Douglas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417087784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Douglas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Douglas
What is Dr. Vanja Douglas's specialty?
Dr. Douglas 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. Douglas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vanja Douglas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Douglas 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 Vanja Douglas accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vanja Douglas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanja Douglas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Douglas's office at (415) 514-1575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanja Douglas?
Please contact Dr. Douglas's office at (415) 514-1575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vanja Douglas have?
Dr. Vanja Douglas is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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