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Who is Dr. Ansel, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. David Ansel, MD is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ansel completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics. Dr. Ansel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ansel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ansel’s office.
Where did Dr. Ansel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics | Babies Hosp Columbia Presby
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Ansel board certified as a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. David Ansel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ansel speak?
Dr. Ansel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Ansel typically treat?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Ansel 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. Ansel. 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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Behavioral Changes
- Mental Disorder
- Changes in behavior
- Unusual appearance
- Behavioral symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior
Also known as:
- Other Childhood Emotional Disorder
- Child Mental Health
- Atypical Child Emotional Problems
- Uncommon Childhood Mood Issues
- Specific Child Emotional Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- F938: Other childhood emotional disorders
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
What procedures does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Ansel typically perform?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Ansel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ansel. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Generating Device Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Augmentative Communication Therapy
- AAC Device Programming
- Speech Device Training
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Ansel accept my insurance?
Dr. Ansel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ansel accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Ansel 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
OptumRx Administered Payer
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ansel's office located?
What is Dr. Ansel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ansel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376547612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ansel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ansel
What is Dr. David Ansel's specialty?
Dr. Ansel is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician do?
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development.
Is this Dr. David Ansel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ansel is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Ansel accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Ansel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Ansel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ansel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Ansel?
Please contact Dr. Ansel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Ansel have?
Dr. David Ansel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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