Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Russell, Pediatrician in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Christopher Russell, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Russell graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Russell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Russell board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Russell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Russell speak?
Dr. Russell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Russell may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Russell's office.
Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell 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. Russell accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Russell 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
Central California Alliance for Health
City of Hartford
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
Dr. Christopher Russell's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Russell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568699668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russell
What is Dr. Christopher Russell's specialty?
Dr. Russell is a Pediatrician near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Russell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Christopher Russell accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Russell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Russell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Russell?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Russell have?
Dr. Christopher Russell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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