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Dr. Rona Brooks, MD

Hospitalist, Pediatrician

Palo Alto, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brooks, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Rona Brooks, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    Is Dr. Brooks board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Rona Brooks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?

    Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Brooks typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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.

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed for Other Reasons
    • Treatment cancelled (other)
    • Procedure deferred (miscellaneous)
    • Unspecified reason for no treatment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z538: Procedure and treatment not carried out for other reasons

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Brooks typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rona Brooks may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brooks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Brooks in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?

    Dr. Rona Brooks' Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Rona Brooks' Practice 2

    2000 Mowry Ave

    Fremont, CA 94538

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    What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265606438.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks

    What is Dr. Rona Brooks's specialty?

    Dr. Brooks is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Rona Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Delta 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Rona Brooks accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rona Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rona Brooks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brooks' office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rona Brooks?

    Please contact Dr. Brooks' office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?

    Dr. Brooks' offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and Fremont, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rona Brooks have?

    Dr. Rona Brooks is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.