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Who is Dr. Szeto, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Libby Szeto, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Szeto is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szeto’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szeto’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Szeto speak?
Dr. Szeto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Szeto treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Szeto 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. Szeto. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care for First Pregnancy
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- First Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Care for First Pregnancy
- Maternity Care for First-Time Moms
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Mid-pregnancy care
- Second trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3400: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, unspecified trimester
- Z3401: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, first trimester
- Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Other General Family Planning Counseling
- Additional Reproductive Health Advice
- Comprehensive Procreation Guidance
- Advanced Fertility Planning Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3169: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on procreation
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Preventive Immune Treatment for RSV
- RSV prophylactic immunotherapy
- RSV immune prevention
- Preventive RSV treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2911: Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapy for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
What procedures does Dr. Szeto perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Szeto performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Szeto. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Does Dr. Szeto accept my insurance?
Dr. Szeto 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. Szeto accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Szeto 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Szeto's office located?
What is Dr. Szeto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szeto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740749662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szeto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szeto
What is Dr. Libby Szeto's specialty?
Dr. Szeto is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Palo Alto, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Szeto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Libby Szeto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szeto is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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 Libby Szeto accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Libby Szeto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Libby Szeto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Libby Szeto?
Please contact Dr. Szeto's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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