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Dr. John Roberts, MD

San Francisco, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Roberts, Transplant Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. John Roberts, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Roberts graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University Of Washington. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (415) 353-2318.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Roberts?

    Dr. John Roberts, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Roberts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Roberts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Medical School, Minneapolis, Mn, United States, M.D.

    • Residency: University Of Washington

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Roberts typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Organ and Tissue Donor Examination
    • Organ Donation
    • Donor screening exam
    • Organ donation assessment
    • Tissue donor evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z005: Encounter for examination of potential donor of organ and tissue

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Roberts typically perform?

    Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2318 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Roberts 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. John Roberts' Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-2318

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

    Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437113446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?

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

    What is Dr. John Roberts's specialty?

    Dr. Roberts is a Transplant Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is this Dr. John Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Roberts 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

    When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. 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 John Roberts accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Roberts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (415) 353-2318 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Roberts?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (415) 353-2318 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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