Summary

Dr. Nisha Acharya treats iritis, uveitis, and glaucoma, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and angiogram. She practices ophthalmology and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Acharya is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in San Francisco, California. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Acharya 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Nisha R Acharya has 2 locations

Ucsf Proctor Medical Group

490 Illinois StSan Francisco, CA 94158
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Nisha R Acharya, MDDr. Keshav NarainDr. Michael James Drinnan, MDDr Jason W. Much, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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5 
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26 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
San Francisco , CASan Jose , CASan Mateo , CASan Carlos , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nisha R Acharya

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optima Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nisha R Acharya has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nisha R Acharya has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Nisha R Acharya 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

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Acharya's NPI number is 1972544872.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Nisha Acharya accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Nisha Acharya has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Nisha Acharya's office located?
Dr. Nisha Acharya's office is located at 490 Illinois St, San Francisco, CA, 94158.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nisha Acharya?
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Is Dr. Nisha Acharya accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Nisha Acharya accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nisha Acharya accepts on their Vitals profile.

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