Summary

Dr. Nerissa Ko is a neurologist with over three decades of experience treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. She earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Ko speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Ko practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in San Mateo and San Francisco. She specializes in caring for patients who have experienced strokes and those with carotid artery disease. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow in the carotid arteries and implementing advanced treatments like therapeutic hypothermia for stroke patients.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 31 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Nerissa U. Ko has 3 locations

San Mateo Primary and Specialty Care

1100 Park Pl Ste 100San Mateo, CA 94403

Stroke Clinic

400 Parnassus Ave # 8San Francisco, CA 94143

HHT Center of Excellence

185 Berry St Ste 180San Francisco, CA 94107

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Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish
San Mateo , CAEmeryville , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Nerissa U. Ko

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Nerissa U. Ko has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Nerissa U. Ko has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Arteriovenous Malformation (Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations)
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Intracranial Hemorrhages
  • Intracranial Vasospasm
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Ruptured Aneurysm
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Nerissa U. Ko 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and University Of Hawaii At Manoa in 1995.

NPI Number

Nerissa U. Ko's NPI number is 1821029059.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Nerissa Ko speak?
Nerissa Ko speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog.
How can I make an appointment with Nerissa Ko?
You can find contact information for Nerissa Ko here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Nerissa Ko affiliated with?
Nerissa Ko is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Where is Nerissa Ko's office located?
Nerissa Ko's office is located at 1100 Park Pl Ste 100, San Mateo, CA, 94403.
Is Nerissa Ko accepting new patients?
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