FK
50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koch, Cardiologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Francis Koch, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Koch completed his residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koch’s office at (650) 325-6778.
Where did Dr. Koch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Koch board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Koch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Koch speak?
Dr. Koch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Koch typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Koch 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. Koch. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Koch typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Koch 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. Koch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koch accept my insurance?
Dr. Koch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 325-6778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koch accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Koch in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Koch's office located?
Dr. Francis Koch's Primary Practice
5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 150
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(650) 325-6778
What is Dr. Koch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831385202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koch
What is Dr. Francis Koch's specialty?
Dr. Koch is a Cardiologist near Pleasanton, 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. Francis Koch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koch is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Francis Koch accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Koch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Koch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koch's office at (650) 325-6778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Koch?
Please contact Dr. Koch's office at (650) 325-6778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Koch have?
Dr. Francis Koch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Cardiologist Near Pleasanton, CA
HZ
Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Han Zhu is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Stanford, CA
Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Ramford Ng, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified.
Pleasanton, CA
TB
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Tina Baykaner, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Stanford, CA