CA
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Almond, Pediatric Cardiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Christopher Almond, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Almond completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Cardiology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Almond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almond’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Almond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Cardiology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct
Is Dr. Almond board certified in Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Almond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Almond speak?
Dr. Almond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Almond treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Almond 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. Almond. 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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Familial restrictive cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Stiff Heart Muscle
- RCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I425: Other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Artery Bulge
- Coronary Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2541: Coronary artery aneurysm
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Which procedures does Dr. Almond perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Almond may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Almond's office.
Does Dr. Almond accept my insurance?
Dr. Almond 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. Almond accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Almond 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
California Water Service Group
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Partnership Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Almond's office located?
Dr. Christopher Almond's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Almond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Almond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326000324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Almond
What is Dr. Christopher Almond's specialty?
Dr. Almond is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Almond to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Almond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Almond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford, Mee Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Almond accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Almond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Almond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Almond's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Almond?
Please contact Dr. Almond's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Almond have?
Dr. Christopher Almond is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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