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Dr. Richard Hongo, MD

Dr. Richard Hongo, MD

San Francisco, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hongo, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Richard Hongo, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hongo graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Cardiovascular Diseases; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hongo is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hongo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hongo’s office at (415) 600-6500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hongo?

    Dr. Richard Hongo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist 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. Hongo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Radiofrequency Ablation, WPW Syndrome, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Hongo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Hongo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Cardiology - California Pacific Medical Center, Cardiac Electrophysiology - UCSF Medical Center

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Cardiovascular Diseases; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Legacy Emanual and Good Samaritan Hospital, Portland Oregon | Legacy Emanuel Hospital and Health Center Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hongo board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hongo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Hongo speak?

    Dr. Hongo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Hongo treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Hongo 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. Hongo. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Familial atrial fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I484: Atypical atrial flutter
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • AV Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Atrioventricular block
    • Heart conduction block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4430: Unspecified atrioventricular block

    What procedures does Dr. Hongo perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Hongo 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. Hongo. 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:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Repair of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Wire
    • Pacemaker Lead Repair
    • Defibrillator Electrode Fix
    • Transvenous Lead Repair
    • Heart Device Wire Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 33218: Repair of single transvenous electrode, permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • ICD Generator Replacement
    • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement (Single Lead)
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • Single Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33262: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system

    Does Dr. Hongo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hongo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hongo accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Hongo 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

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hongo's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hongo's Primary Practice

    1100 Van Ness Ave Fl 5

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (415) 600-6500

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    Dr. Richard Hongo's Practice 2

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    Dr. Richard Hongo's Practice 3

    2950 Whipple Ave

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    What is Dr. Hongo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hongo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386635787.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hongo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hongo

    What is Dr. Richard Hongo's specialty?

    Dr. Hongo is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near San Francisco, CA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Hongo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Hongo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hongo is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

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    Is Richard Hongo accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hongo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Hongo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hongo's office at (415) 600-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hongo?

    Please contact Dr. Hongo's office at (415) 600-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hongo have?

    Dr. Richard Hongo is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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