Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andrus, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. James Andrus, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Andrus completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Andrus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andrus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andrus’s office at (650) 498-7103.
Where did Dr. Andrus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Ucsd
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
What languages does Dr. Andrus speak?
Dr. Andrus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Andrus treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Andrus 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. Andrus. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Blood Cancer
- Cancer of White Blood Cells
- Leukemia types
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9590: Leukemia, unspecified not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4552: Severe persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Volume Shock
- Shock
- Hypovolemic Shock
- Hemorrhagic Shock
- Fluid Loss Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R571: Hypovolemic shock
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Which procedures does Dr. Andrus perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Andrus may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Andrus' office.
Does Dr. Andrus accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-7103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andrus accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Andrus in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Molina
Preferred IPA
State of Nevada
Unite Here Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Andrus' office located?
What is Dr. Andrus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andrus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720189053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andrus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andrus
What is Dr. James Andrus's specialty?
Dr. Andrus is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Andrus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Andrus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andrus is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is James Andrus accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Andrus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Andrus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andrus's office at (650) 498-7103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Andrus?
Please contact Dr. Andrus's office at (650) 498-7103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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