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Dr. Kirsti Elder, MD

Stanford, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Elder, Internist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Kirsti Elder, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Elder completed her residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elder is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elder’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elder’s office at (650) 736-5211.

    Where did Dr. Elder go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --

    Is Dr. Elder board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsti Elder, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Elder speak?

    Dr. Elder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Elder treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Elder 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. Elder. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Elder perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirsti Elder may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elder's office.

    Does Dr. Elder accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 736-5211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elder accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Elder in Stanford, 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Elder's office located?

    Dr. Kirsti Elder's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 736-5211

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    Dr. Kirsti Elder's Practice 2

    2518 Mission College Blvd

    Santa Clara, CA 95054

    (408) 688-9720

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    Dr. Kirsti Elder's Practice 3

    211 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    What is Dr. Elder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689769309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elder?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elder

    What is Dr. Kirsti Elder's specialty?

    Dr. Elder is a Internist near Stanford, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Elder to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kirsti Elder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Elder is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kirsti Elder accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsti Elder is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirsti Elder offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (650) 736-5211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kirsti Elder?

    Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (650) 736-5211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kirsti Elder have?

    Dr. Kirsti Elder is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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