Summary

Dr. Richard Hongo specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart rhythm disorders and cardiac care. They graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Legacy Health System. With 31 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Hongo brings extensive expertise to patient care. They are fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing them to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Hongo practices at California Pacific Medical Center, with affiliations across Davies Campus, Van Ness Campus, and Mission Bernal Campus locations in San Francisco, California. They treat conditions including atrial fibrillation, irregular fast heart rhythms, and abnormal heart beats from the lower chambers. Dr. Hongo performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs to monitor heart rhythm, portable heart monitoring, and chest imaging to evaluate cardiac function. Patients rate Dr. Hongo 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Legacy Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

1100 Van Ness Ave Fl 3San Francisco, CA 94109
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University Of London Med School: Monash University Faculty Of Medicine Nursing And Health Sciences Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Richard H. Hongo

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • On Lok Lifeways
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr Richard H. Hongo has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Richard H. Hongo has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina
  • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr Richard H. Hongo 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 Legacy Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine and Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr Hongo's NPI number is 1386635787.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr Richard Hongo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Richard Hongo accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr Richard Hongo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Richard Hongo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr Richard Hongo accepting new patients?
Dr Richard Hongo is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Richard Hongo's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr Richard Hongo affiliated with?
Dr Richard Hongo is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center Davies Campus, Cpmc Van Ness Campus, and California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus.
What languages does Dr Richard Hongo speak?
Dr Richard Hongo speaks Spanish and Chinese.

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