31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ho, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sai-Sun Ho, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ho graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program. Dr. Ho is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (415) 337-6135.
Where did Dr. Ho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: BRIGHAM & WOMEN'S HSP, BOSTON, MA,, Nephrology | Brigham & Women's Hospital
Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Ho board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sai-Sun Ho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ho speak?
Dr. Ho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Ho treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6822: Body mass index [BMI] 22.0-22.9, adult
- Z6821: Body mass index [BMI] 21.0-21.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6820: Body mass index [BMI] 20.0-20.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Body Weight
- Underweight BMI
- Low BMI in adults
- BMI below 19.9
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z681: Body mass index [BMI] 19.9 or less, adult
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ho perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sai-Sun Ho may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ho's office.
Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?
Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 337-6135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ho 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 Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
Scan Health Plan
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ho's office located?
Dr. Sai-Sun Ho's Primary Practice
2858 San Bruno Ave
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 337-6135
What is Dr. Ho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710952957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ho
What is Dr. Sai-Sun Ho's specialty?
Dr. Ho is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ho to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sai-Sun Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Internist?
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Is Sai-Sun Ho accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sai-Sun Ho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sai-Sun Ho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (415) 337-6135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sai-Sun Ho?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (415) 337-6135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sai-Sun Ho have?
Dr. Sai-Sun Ho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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