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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giang, Pediatric Nephrologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sophia Giang, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Giang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giang’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Giang speak?
Dr. Giang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Giang typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Giang 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. Giang. 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:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Giang typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sophia Giang may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Giang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Giang accept my insurance?
Dr. Giang 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. Giang accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Giang 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
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Giang's office located?
What is Dr. Giang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942707385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giang
What is Dr. Sophia Giang's specialty?
Dr. Giang is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Sophia Giang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giang is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Mills-Peninsula 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sophia Giang accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sophia Giang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sophia Giang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giang's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sophia Giang?
Please contact Dr. Giang's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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