21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Levitt, Critical Care Internist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Joseph Levitt, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Levitt graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital. Dr. Levitt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levitt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levitt’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Levitt?
Dr. Joseph Levitt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Levitt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford/CA community, Dr. Levitt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Levitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Medical Center CA | University of Chicago Hospitals IL
Residency: Cook County Hospital | University of Chicago Medical Center | John Stroger Hospital of Cook County
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Levitt board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Levitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Levitt speak?
Dr. Levitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Levitt treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Levitt 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. Levitt. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
- Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
- Worsening Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
- J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
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
Which procedures does Dr. Levitt perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Levitt 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. Levitt's office.
Does Dr. Levitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Levitt 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. Levitt accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Levitt in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Levitt's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Early acute lung injury
Critical care medicine, 2013
Pathogenetic and predictive value of biomarkers in patients with ALI and lower severity of illness
AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-LUNG CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR PHYSIOLOGY, 2012
Clinical review: Early treatment of acute lung injury
Critical care (London, England), 2012
PATIENT-RELATED FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH HOSPITAL DISCHARGE TO A CARE FACILITY AFTER CRITICAL
AMERICAN JOURL OF CRITICAL CARE, 2011
The utility of clinical predictors of acute lung injury
Expert review of respiratory medicine, 2010
The pathogenetic and prognostic value of biologic markers in acute lung injury.
Jourl of intensive care medicine, 2009
Identification of Early Acute Lung Injury at Initial Evaluation
CHEST, 2009
Randomized clinical trial of activated protein C for the treatment of acute lung injury
AMERICAN JOURL OF RESPIRATORY AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, 2008
Diagnostic utility of B-type triuretic peptide in critically ill patients with pulmory edema
CRITICAL CARE, 2008
Daily sedative interruption in mechanically ventilated patients at risk for corory artery disease
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, 2007
Usefulness of the exterl jugular vein examition in detecting abnormal central venous pressure in
ARCHIVES OF INTERL MEDICINE, 2006
Treatment of acute lung injury: Historical perspective and potential future therapies
SEMIRS IN RESPIRATORY AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, 2006
What is Dr. Levitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Levitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033251152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Levitt
What is Dr. Joseph Levitt's specialty?
Dr. Levitt is a Critical Care Internist near Stanford, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Levitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Levitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Levitt is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Joseph Levitt accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Levitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Levitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Levitt's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Levitt?
Please contact Dr. Levitt's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Levitt have?
Dr. Joseph Levitt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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