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Who is Dr. Pleyer, Hematologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Christopher Pleyer, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pleyer is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pleyer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pleyer’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What languages does Dr. Pleyer speak?
Dr. Pleyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Pleyer typically treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Pleyer 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. Pleyer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Iron Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Iron Processing Problem
- Disorder of Iron Regulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8319: Other disorders of iron metabolism
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
- Blood
- Coagulation Disorder
- Blood Clotting Problem
- Abnormal PT/INR
ICD-10 Codes:
- R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
Also known as:
- Bleeding Disorder
- Hemorrhagic disorder
- Coagulation disorder
- Blood clotting problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D699: Hemorrhagic condition, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Pleyer typically perform?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Pleyer may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Pleyer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pleyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pleyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pleyer accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Pleyer 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pleyer's office located?
Dr. Christopher Pleyer's Primary Practice
875 Blake Wilbur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(216) 444-2200
What is Dr. Pleyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pleyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750722849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pleyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pleyer
What is Dr. Christopher Pleyer's specialty?
Dr. Pleyer is a Hematologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Christopher Pleyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pleyer is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 a Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Pleyer accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
No, Dr. Christopher Pleyer is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Pleyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pleyer's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Pleyer?
Please contact Dr. Pleyer's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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