18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mueller, Specialist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Claudia Mueller, PHD, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mueller is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mueller’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mueller’s office at (650) 723-6439.
Is Dr. Mueller board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Claudia Mueller, PHD, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mueller speak?
Dr. Mueller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Mueller treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mueller 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. Mueller. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Anal Birth Defect
- Anal Disorder
- Birth Defects
- Imperforate Anus
- Congenital Anal Atresia
- Blocked Anus at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q423: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of anus without fistula
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Neurogenic Bowel
- Digestive Disease
- Nerve-Related Bowel Dysfunction
- Neuropathic Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K592: Neurogenic bowel, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Mueller perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mueller 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. Mueller. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Infant Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Baby Groin Hernia Repair
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Surgery (Infant)
- Hydrocelectomy with Hernia Repair (Infant)
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
- Hernia Surgery for Infants
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49495: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, full term infant younger than age 6 months, or preterm infant older than 50 weeks postconception age and younger than age 6 months at the time of surgery, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
- 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Repair of Scrotal Fluid Buildup (Hydrocele)
- Hydrocelectomy
- Bottle Type Hydrocele Repair
- Testicular Hydrocele Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55060: Repair of tunica vaginalis hydrocele (Bottle type)
Does Dr. Mueller accept my insurance?
Dr. Mueller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-6439 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mueller accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Mueller in Stanford, 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
City of Hartford
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
FirstCarolinaCare
Health Plan of San Mateo
North East Medical Services
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mueller's office located?
Dr. Claudia Mueller's Primary Practice
300 Pasteur Dr # M116
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 723-6439
Recognitions
Publications
Effectiveness of a Staged US and CT Protocol for the Diagnosis of Pediatric Appendicitis
RADIOLOGY, 2011
Topical mitomycin-C for the treatment of al stricture
Mueller, C. M., Beaunoyer, M., St-Vil, D., 2010
An Interdiscipliry Initiative to Reduce Radiation Exposure
Ramarajan, N., Krishmoorthi, R., Barth, R., Ghanouni, P., Mueller, C.,, 2009
What is Dr. Mueller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mueller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104083864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mueller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mueller
What is Dr. Claudia Mueller's specialty?
Dr. Mueller is a Specialist near Stanford, CA. Contact Dr. Mueller to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Claudia Mueller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mueller is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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
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Is Claudia Mueller accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Claudia Mueller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claudia Mueller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (650) 723-6439 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claudia Mueller?
Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (650) 723-6439 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Claudia Mueller have?
Dr. Claudia Mueller is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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