Russell Upjohn Braun, M.D.
Russell Upjohn Braun is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in San Francisco, CA with over 39 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 39 years in emergency medicine, Russell Upjohn Braun, M.D. is a long-established emergency medicine physician in San Francisco. Trained at Albany Medical College of Union University (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3523dNPPES updated 2016-09-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1801 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115-2516
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
Albany Medical College of Union University
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Education & Training
Albany Medical College of Union University (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
3400 Data Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-7956
Differs from practice location
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Russell Upjohn Braun
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Russell Upjohn Braun for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to San Francisco required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russell Upjohn Braun
NPI records show Dr. Braun as active with telehealth listed in San Francisco, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (415) 965-7944.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Russell Upjohn Braun
Practice Location
1801 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115-2516
Mailing Address
3400 Data Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-7956
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