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Who is Dr. Soong, Neurologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. James Soong, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Soong graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Soong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soong’s office at (415) 771-3040.
Where did Dr. Soong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California Los Angeles | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Soong board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. James Soong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Soong speak?
Dr. Soong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Soong treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Soong 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. Soong. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5600: Carpal tunnel syndrome, unspecified upper limb
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Headache with Dizziness
- Headache
- Orthostatic headache
- Head pain with standing
- Headache and lightheadedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R510: Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6340: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of unspecified cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy with Status Epilepticus
- Epilepsy
- Generalized status epilepticus
- Continuous generalized seizures
- Epileptic emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40301: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Seizures
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Clot Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63319: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of unspecified middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Which procedures does Dr. Soong perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Soong may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Soong's office.
Does Dr. Soong accept my insurance?
Dr. Soong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 771-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Soong accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Soong in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Brand New Day
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Soong's office located?
What is Dr. Soong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Soong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114992294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Soong
What is Dr. James Soong's specialty?
Dr. Soong 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. Soong to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Soong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Soong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Soong accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Soong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Soong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Soong's office at (415) 771-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Soong?
Please contact Dr. Soong's office at (415) 771-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Soong have?
Dr. James Soong is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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