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Who is Dr. Gal, Pediatrician in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Dana Gal, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gal’s office at (323) 660-2450.
What languages does Dr. Gal speak?
Dr. Gal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gal treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gal 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. Gal. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- DORV
- AVSD
- Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Complete AV Canal Defect
- Heart Birth Defect
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2120: Atrioventricular septal defect, unspecified as to partial or complete
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gal perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Dana Gal may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gal's office.
Does Dr. Gal accept my insurance?
Dr. Gal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 660-2450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gal accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Gal 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
Alliant Techsystems
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
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Where is Dr. Gal's office located?
What is Dr. Gal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568858892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gal
What is Dr. Dana Gal's specialty?
Dr. Gal is a Pediatrician near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Gal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dana Gal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Dana Gal accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dana Gal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Gal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gal's office at (323) 660-2450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Gal?
Please contact Dr. Gal's office at (323) 660-2450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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