Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Eckinger, Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Paul Eckinger, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Eckinger graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Eckinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eckinger’s office at (650) 853-2894.
Where did Dr. Eckinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery | Kern Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Eckinger board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Eckinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Eckinger speak?
Dr. Eckinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Eckinger typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Eckinger 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. Eckinger. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Eckinger typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Eckinger may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Eckinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Eckinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Eckinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eckinger accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Eckinger in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Eckinger's office located?
Dr. Paul Eckinger's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2894
What is Dr. Eckinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eckinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275609547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eckinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eckinger
What is Dr. Paul Eckinger's specialty?
Dr. Eckinger is a Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Paul Eckinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Eckinger is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Eckinger accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Eckinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Eckinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eckinger's office at (650) 853-2894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Eckinger?
Please contact Dr. Eckinger's office at (650) 853-2894 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Eckinger have?
Dr. Paul Eckinger is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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