Summary

Dr. Ann Kao is a cardiovascular disease specialist with four decades of experience caring for patients with heart and blood vessel conditions. She earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, where she also pursued fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases and internal medicine. As a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), Dr. Kao has demonstrated exceptional expertise in her field. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kao practices at MarinHealth Medical Center with locations in Larkspur and Novato, California. Her expertise includes treating high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing severe blood pressure emergencies. She performs specialized heart tests including stress echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 41 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Ann K. Kao has 2 locations

MarinHealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100Larkspur, CA 94939
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

MarinHealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

75 Rowland Way Ste 250Novato, CA 94945
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
41 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Larkspur , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Univ De Montreal Fac De Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ann K. Kao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • SelectHealth
  • SutterSelect - PPO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ann K. Kao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ann K. Kao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania1986

Medical School

New York Univ Sch of Med, New York NyGraduated in 1985
New York University School of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ann Kao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ann Kao here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Ann Kao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ann Kao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Ann Kao's office located?
Dr. Ann Kao's office is located at 2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, Larkspur, CA, 94939.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ann Kao affiliated with?
Dr. Ann Kao is affiliated with Marinhealth Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Ann Kao speak?
Dr. Ann Kao speaks English.

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