Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guan, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Zhonghui Guan, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Guan graduated from Peking Union School of Medicine and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Guan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guan’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guan’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Guan?
Dr. Zhonghui Guan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Guan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Chronic, Pain-Neuropathic, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Guan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Guan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center, Pain Management | Ucsf Med Center | UCSF Medical Center, Pain Management
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: Peking Union School of Medicine
Is Dr. Guan board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Zhonghui Guan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Guan speak?
Dr. Guan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Guan typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guan 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. Guan. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Guan typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Guan. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Guan accept my insurance?
Dr. Guan 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. Guan accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Guan 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
Centene Corporation
Chinese Community Health Plan
Community Health Network of Washington
Conifer Health Solutions
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guan's office located?
What is Dr. Guan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720109176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guan
What is Dr. Zhonghui Guan's specialty?
Dr. Guan is a Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Zhonghui Guan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guan 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 Zhonghui Guan accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zhonghui Guan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhonghui Guan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhonghui Guan?
Please contact Dr. Guan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zhonghui Guan have?
Dr. Zhonghui Guan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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