33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agarwal, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Rita Agarwal, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Agarwal completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Agarwal is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agarwal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agarwal’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Agarwal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery
Is Dr. Agarwal board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rita Agarwal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Agarwal speak?
Dr. Agarwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Agarwal typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Agarwal typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Agarwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Agarwal 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
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Agarwal's office located?
What is Dr. Agarwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agarwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437264793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agarwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agarwal
What is Dr. Rita Agarwal's specialty?
Dr. Agarwal is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Rita Agarwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agarwal is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Pediatric Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rita Agarwal accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rita Agarwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Agarwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agarwal's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Agarwal?
Please contact Dr. Agarwal's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Agarwal have?
Dr. Rita Agarwal is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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