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Dr. Wendy Wong, MD

Dr. Wendy Wong, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wong, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Wendy Wong, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’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. Wong’s office at (408) 523-3640.

    What languages does Dr. Wong speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wong treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Hereditary Hemolytic Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Genetic Anemia
    • Inherited Anemia
    • Red Blood Cell Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D588: Other specified hereditary hemolytic anemias

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Coagulation Disorder
    • Blood Clotting Problem
    • Abnormal PT/INR
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Blood or Immune System Disorder
    • Blood Disorder
    • Family History
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Genetic blood disorders
    • Hereditary immune conditions
    • Inherited blood disease risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z832: Family history of diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Von Willebrand Disease
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Von Willebrand disease
    • vWD
    • Von Willebrand disorder
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6800: Von Willebrand disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Which procedures does Dr. Wong perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wendy Wong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 523-3640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Wong 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

    • California Water Service Group

    • Centene

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wong's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Wong's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (408) 523-3640

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    Dr. Wendy Wong's Practice 2

    2577 Samaritan Dr Ste 745

    San Jose, CA 95124

    (408) 523-3640

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    Dr. Wendy Wong's Practice 3

    15400 Los Gatos Blvd

    Los Gatos, CA 95032

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Immune Thrombocytopenia in Children Less Than 1 Year of Age

    Jourl of pediatric hematology/oncology, 2013

    MONTHLY RECOMBINT TISSUE PLASMINOGEN ACTIVATOR ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLANTABLE CENTRAL VENOUS ACCESS

    McCarthy, C., Zoland, J., Macasiray, E., Wong, W., Glader, B., Jeng, M, 2013

    The Role of Oxidative Stress in Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenia

    Lo, C., Zhang, B., Cusmano-Ozog, K., Wong, W., Jeng, M., Cowan, T., Ze

    A novel splice donor mutation in the thrombopoietin gene leads to exon 2 skipping in a Filipino

    BLOOD, 2011

    IMMUNE-MEDIATED THROMBOCYTOPENIA IN CHILDREN LESS THAN 1 YEAR OF AGE

    Lo, C., Newman, A., Wong, W., Glader, B., Jeng, M., 2011

    The role of vanin-1 and oxidative stress

    BLOOD, 2011

    Identification of a Novel Splice Donor Mutation In the Thrombopoietin Gene In a Philippine Family

    Gotlib, J., Zhang, B., Jones, C. D., Riess, J., Wong, W. B., Simonds, , 2010

    Increased VNN1/PPARG Gene Expression Ratio

    Zhang, B., Shen, L., Jeng, M., Jones, C., Wong, W., Engleman, E. E., Z, 2009

    Monthly recombint tissue plasminogen activator administration to implantable central venous access

    HAEMOPHILIA, 2009

    Idiopathic neutropenia of childhood is associated with Fas/FasL expression

    CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY, 2008

    Elevated Vanin 1 and Advillin Expression Is Associated with Progression to Chronic ITP in Children

    Zhang, B., Sood, R., Jones, C., Wong, W., Jeng, M., Zehnder, J. L., 2008

    SAFETY OF HEMATOPOIETIC STEM CELL TRANSPLANTATION IN CHILDREN LESS THAN THREE YEARS OF AGE

    PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY, 2008

    Gene expression and pathway alysis of immune thrombocytopenic purpura

    BRITISH JOURL OF HAEMATOLOGY, 2008

    Cold agglutinin syndrome in pediatric liver transplant recipients

    PEDIATRIC TRANSPLANTATION, 2007

    Role of Fas/FasL pathway in pediatric idiopathic neutropenia

    Joh, J. W., Callejas, A., Wong, W., Cohen, H. J., deau, K., Jeng, M., 2007

    Identification of specific chemokines and apoptosis molecules in pediatric idiopathic neutropenia.

    Callejas, A., deau, K., Bakshi, K., Wong, W., Carroll, T., Lau, K., Ya, 2006

    Cold agglutinin syndrome in post-liver transplant patients on tacrolimus.

    Wong, W., Merker, J., Nguyen, C., Berquist, W., Glader, B., Fontaine, , 2006

    Gene expression profile of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura

    Sood, R., Wong, W., Gotlib, J., Jeng, M., Zehnder, J. L., 2006

    Gene expression profile of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)

    PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER, 2006

    Enhanced apoptosis to chemotherapeutic agents is dependent on NF kappa B

    Kanda, K., Wong, W., Boxer, L. M., 2004

    Inhibition of NF-kappa B decreases c-Myc expression

    Wong, W. B., Kanda, K., Boxer, L. M., 2002

    Bone marrow transplantation in children less than three years of age

    Josdottir, S., Wong, W. B., Agarwal, R., Wilson, D. M., Amylon, M. D.,, 2002

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

    Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225173099.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Wong's specialty?

    Dr. Wong is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Wong to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wendy Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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

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    Is Wendy Wong accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Wong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Wong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (408) 523-3640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Wong?

    Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (408) 523-3640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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