Summary

Dr. Richard Podolin is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Moffitt Hospital University of California. With 47 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Podolin brings extensive knowledge to treating heart and vascular conditions. He is fluent in Chinese, English, Italian, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Dr. Podolin practices at UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital and sees patients in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure and handling hypertensive emergencies. He performs heart imaging studies such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Dr. Podolin also conducts electrocardiograms to assess heart rhythm and electrical activity. Patients rate him 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 47 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Italian, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Moffitt Hospital University Of Ca
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Alan Podolin has 2 locations

Cardiovascular Medical Group

2250 Hayes St Ste 204San Francisco, CA 94117
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

Kentfield Hospital San Francisco

450 Stanyan St Fl 6San Francisco, CA 94117

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4.7 
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Speaks Chinese, English, Italian, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Francisco , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Glasgow Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Univ De Montreal Fac De Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Alan Podolin

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Alan Podolin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Alan Podolin has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Alan Podolin 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 Moffitt Hospital University Of Ca.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Podolin's NPI number is 1295876860.

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Does Dr. Richard Podolin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Podolin speak?
Dr. Richard Podolin speaks Chinese, English, Italian, Spanish, and Tagalog.
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Where is Dr. Richard Podolin's office located?
Dr. Richard Podolin's office is located at 2250 Hayes St Ste 204, San Francisco, CA, 94117.
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