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Who is Dr. Ando, Anesthesiologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Kazuo Ando, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ando is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ando’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ando’s office at (650) 498-4899.
What languages does Dr. Ando speak?
Dr. Ando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ando typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ando 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. Ando. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ando typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kazuo Ando may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Ando's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ando accept my insurance?
Dr. Ando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-4899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ando accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Ando in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ando's office located?
What is Dr. Ando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346897626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ando
What is Dr. Kazuo Ando's specialty?
Dr. Ando is a Anesthesiologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Kazuo Ando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ando 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kazuo Ando accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kazuo Ando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kazuo Ando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ando's office at (650) 498-4899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kazuo Ando?
Please contact Dr. Ando's office at (650) 498-4899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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