Summary

Dr. Hossein Ansari is a neurologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. He earned his medical degree from Urmia University of Medical Sciences Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University Hospital. With 29 years of clinical experience, Dr. Ansari has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing neurological disorders. He is fluent in both English and Farsi, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Ansari practices at University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest and sees patients at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. His clinical focus includes treating severe headache disorders such as cluster headaches, as well as managing facial pain conditions. He performs specialized testing including immunology assessments and autoimmune disease evaluations to help diagnose complex neurological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 29 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Farsi
  • West Virginia University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

4910 Directors PlSan Diego, CA 92121
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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29 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
San Diego , CAPalo Alto , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAOrange , CA
Med School: Urmia University Of Medical Sciences Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Hossein Ansari

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • 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
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Family Health Network
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Hossein Ansari has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Hossein Ansari has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Primary Headache Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Hossein Ansari holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at West Virginia University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Urmia University Of Medical Sciences Faculty Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Hossein Ansari's NPI number is 1578774949.

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Where is Hossein Ansari's office located?
Hossein Ansari's office is located at 4910 Directors Pl, San Diego, CA, 92121.

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