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Who is Dr. Moassesfar, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sara Moassesfar, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Moassesfar is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Moassesfar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moassesfar’s office at (408) 885-5445.
Is Dr. Moassesfar board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Sara Moassesfar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Moassesfar speak?
Dr. Moassesfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Moassesfar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Moassesfar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Moassesfar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Moassesfar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Moassesfar may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Moassesfar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Moassesfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Moassesfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5445 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Moassesfar accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Moassesfar in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
University of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Moassesfar's office located?
What is Dr. Moassesfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Moassesfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265605497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moassesfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Moassesfar
What is Dr. Sara Moassesfar's specialty?
Dr. Moassesfar is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Sara Moassesfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Moassesfar is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Moassesfar accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Moassesfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Moassesfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Moassesfar's office at (408) 885-5445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Moassesfar?
Please contact Dr. Moassesfar's office at (408) 885-5445 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Moassesfar have?
Dr. Sara Moassesfar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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