Dr. Debbie Sakai, MD
Palo Alto, CA
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakai, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Debbie Sakai, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Sakai graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Sakai is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakai’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Sakai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA | Univ of California San Francisco CA
Residency: University of California, San Francisco
Medical School: Albert Einstein
Is Dr. Sakai board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Debbie Sakai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 2009, American Board of Pediatrics since 2004
What languages does Dr. Sakai speak?
Dr. Sakai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sakai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sakai 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. Sakai. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sakai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Debbie Sakai may include:
Please contact Dr. Sakai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sakai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakai accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sakai 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sakai's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
Rotation of the Year Award for Inpatient General Pediatrics
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Award
Stanford University School of Medicine
Faculty Honor Roll with Letter of Distinction for Teaching
Alpha Omega Alpha, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
American Medical Women's Association Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achiev
Edward Weinstein Award for Outstanding Scholarship and Human Commitme
What is Dr. Sakai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487891321.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakai
What is Dr. Debbie Sakai's specialty?
Dr. Sakai is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Debbie Sakai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakai is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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 Debbie Sakai accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Debbie Sakai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debbie Sakai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakai's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debbie Sakai?
Please contact Dr. Sakai's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debbie Sakai have?
Dr. Debbie Sakai is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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