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Dr. Timothy Tirrell, MD, PHD

Palo Alto, CA

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. He is board certified. Dr. Tirrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tirrell’s practice accepts Cigna, 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:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Tirrell perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Timothy Tirrell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tirrell's office.

    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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • OptumRx

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tirrell's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Tirrell's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Timothy Tirrell's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr Ste 8220

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Timothy Tirrell's Practice 3

    9300 Campus Point Dr # 7400

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    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 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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