Dr. Nellis Smith, MD
East Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Cardiologist in East Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Nellis Smith, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in East Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (650) 617-8100.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery | Stanford University Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nellis Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nellis Smith may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 617-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in East Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Smith in East Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Nellis Smith's Primary Practice
1950 University Ave Ste 160
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 617-8100
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386678951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Nellis Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Cardiologist near East Palo Alto, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nellis Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Nellis Smith accepting new patients in East Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nellis Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nellis Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (650) 617-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nellis Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (650) 617-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nellis Smith have?
Dr. Nellis Smith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Cardiologist Near East Palo Alto, CA
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Robin Patrawala, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in East Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
East Palo Alto, CA
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Roger Winkle, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in East Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
East Palo Alto, CA
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Gregory Engel, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in East Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified.
East Palo Alto, CA