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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tirrell, Pediatric Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Timothy Tirrell, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tirrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tirrell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tirrell’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Tirrell speak?
Dr. Tirrell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tirrell treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Tirrell 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. Tirrell. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
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:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Telescoping Intestine
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Telescoping
- Intestinal Invagination
ICD-10 Codes:
- K561: Intussusception
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
What procedures does Dr. Tirrell perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Tirrell 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. Tirrell. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Does Dr. Tirrell accept my insurance?
Dr. Tirrell 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. Tirrell accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Tirrell 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
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
OptumRx
State of California
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tirrell's office located?
What is Dr. Tirrell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tirrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386026128.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tirrell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tirrell
What is Dr. Timothy Tirrell's specialty?
Dr. Tirrell is a Pediatric Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Tirrell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Timothy Tirrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tirrell is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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
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Is Timothy Tirrell accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Tirrell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Tirrell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tirrell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Tirrell?
Please contact Dr. Tirrell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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