15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Destino, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Lauren Destino, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Destino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Destino’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Destino’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Destino speak?
Dr. Destino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Destino typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Destino 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. Destino. 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Destino typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Destino may include:
Please contact Dr. Destino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Destino accept my insurance?
Dr. Destino 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. Destino accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Destino 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
North East Medical Services
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
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Where is Dr. Destino's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Validity of respiratory scores in bronchiolitis.
, 2012
I-PASS, a Mnemonic to Standardize Verbal Handoffs
, 2012
Establishing a Multisite Education and Research Project Requires Leadership, Expertise
, 2010
Severe osteomyelitis caused by Myceliophthora thermophila after a pitchfork injury.
, 2006
What is Dr. Destino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Destino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538245410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Destino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Destino
What is Dr. Lauren Destino's specialty?
Dr. Destino 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. Lauren Destino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Destino 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore 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 Lauren Destino accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Destino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Destino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Destino's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Destino?
Please contact Dr. Destino's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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