Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Josephson, Neurologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Scott Josephson, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Josephson completed his residency at University California. Dr. Josephson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Josephson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Josephson’s office at (415) 353-8897.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Josephson?
Dr. Scott Josephson, 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. Josephson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, Stroke, Vascular Neurology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Josephson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Josephson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: University California
What languages does Dr. Josephson speak?
Dr. Josephson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Josephson treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Josephson 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. Josephson. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Does Dr. Josephson accept my insurance?
Dr. Josephson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-8897 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Josephson accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Josephson 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
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Josephson's office located?
UCSF Neurology Complex Diagnosis Clinic
Joan and Sanford I. Weill Neurosciences Building
1651 Fourth Street, First Floor, Suite 112
San Francisco, CA 94158
(415) 353-8897
UCSF Neurovascular Disease and Stroke Center
400 Parnassus Avenue, 8th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94143
What is Dr. Josephson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Josephson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134157563.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Josephson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Josephson
What is Dr. Scott Josephson's specialty?
Dr. Josephson 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. Josephson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Scott Josephson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Josephson 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 Scott Josephson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Josephson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Josephson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Josephson's office at (415) 353-8897 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Josephson?
Please contact Dr. Josephson's office at (415) 353-8897 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Joan and Sanford I. Weill Neurosciences Building
San Francisco, CA 94158