Summary

Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. James Zucherman's practice, where he treats spinal stenosis, lumbar spinal stenosis, and lumbar herniated disc. He performs lumbar epidural steroid injections and facet joint injections, and has practiced orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery for 52 years.

Dr. Zucherman trained at Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. He is affiliated with UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital and sees patients in San Francisco, California. He speaks Chinese, English, and Russian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Zucherman 3.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 52 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Russian
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. James F Zucherman has 4 locations

San Francisco Spine Surgeons Pc

1 Shrader St Ste 600San Francisco, CA 94117
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital

900 Hyde StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James F Zucherman

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareSource
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James F Zucherman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James F Zucherman has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spondylolisthesis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. James F Zucherman 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 Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Zucherman's NPI number is 1194887760.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Zucherman's office located?
Dr. James Zucherman's office is located at 1 Shrader St Ste 600, San Francisco, CA, 94117.
Is Dr. James Zucherman accepting new patients?
Dr. James Zucherman has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Zucherman?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Zucherman here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Zucherman affiliated with?
Dr. James Zucherman is affiliated with Ucsf Health St Marys Hospital.
Does Dr. James Zucherman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Zucherman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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