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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. Dr. Gal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Gal typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gal typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Gal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
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, Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange, Desert Regional Medical Center. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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