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Dr. Anita Honkanen, MD

Dr. Anita Honkanen, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Honkanen, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Anita Honkanen, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Honkanen graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is a member of the CSA, AMA, SPA, and ASA. Dr. Honkanen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Honkanen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Honkanen’s office at (650) 723-4000.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, MA | Children's Hospital Boston MA | PEDIATRICS, Children's Hospital Medical Ctr, Boston, MA

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | MASS GENERAL HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Honkanen board certified in Pediatric Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Honkanen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Anesthesiology since 2009, American Board of Anesthesiology since 1996

    What languages does Dr. Honkanen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Honkanen treat?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Honkanen 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. Honkanen. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Constitutional Aplastic Anemia
    • Aplastic Anemia
    • Fanconi anemia
    • Inherited Aplastic Anemia
    • Genetic Aplastic Anemia
    • Congenital Aplastic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6109: Other constitutional aplastic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Does Dr. Honkanen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Honkanen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Honkanen accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Honkanen 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Honkanen's office located?

    Dr. Anita Honkanen's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Anita Honkanen's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    CSA

    Member

    AMA

    Member

    SPA

    Member

    ASA

    Member

    Publications

    Simulation in pediatric anesthesiology

    PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA, 2012

    Cost-effectiveness Alysis of Adjunct VSL#3 Therapy Versus St

    JOURL OF PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY AND NUTRITION, 2011

    Affordable Simulation for Small-Scale Training and Assessment

    SIMULATION IN HEALTHCARE, 2010

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

    Dr. Honkanen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285669226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Honkanen?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Honkanen's specialty?

    Dr. Honkanen is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy. Contact Dr. Honkanen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anita Honkanen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Honkanen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. 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 Pediatric Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pediatric Anesthesiologist 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 Anita Honkanen accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Honkanen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Honkanen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Honkanen's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anita Honkanen?

    Please contact Dr. Honkanen's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Honkanen have?

    Dr. Anita Honkanen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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