Summary

Dr. Alison Matsunaga is a medical oncologist and hematologist with four decades of expertise in treating blood disorders and cancers. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her residency at Children's Hospital. Her extensive experience spans 40 years of caring for patients with complex hematologic conditions. Dr. Matsunaga is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Matsunaga practices at Children's Hospital Oakland and sees patients across multiple locations in Oakland, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek, California. She specializes in treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, abnormal uterine bleeding, and hemophilia. Her diagnostic expertise includes performing comprehensive blood counts, iron level testing, and Von Willebrand panels to evaluate bleeding disorders. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Childrens Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Alison Matsunaga has 4 locations

Hematology Clinic

747 52nd StOakland, CA 94609
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 am
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 am
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 am
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 am
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 am

Hematology Clinic

744 52nd StOakland, CA 94609

Hematology Clinic

1825 4th StSan Francisco, CA 94143

Hematology Clinic

2401 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598

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40 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alison Matsunaga

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Priority Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Alison Matsunaga has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alison Matsunaga has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Hematologist
  • Leukemia
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Alison Matsunaga holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Childrens Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1986.

NPI Number

Alison Matsunaga's NPI number is 1770655078.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Alison Matsunaga speak?
Alison Matsunaga speaks English and Spanish.
Does Alison Matsunaga accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Alison Matsunaga has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Matsunaga?
You can find contact information for Alison Matsunaga here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Alison Matsunaga affiliated with?
Alison Matsunaga is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Oakland.
Does Alison Matsunaga accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Alison Matsunaga accepts on their Vitals profile.

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