Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spitnale, Family Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Brett Spitnale, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Spitnale graduated from Penn State and completed his residency at San Francisco General Hospital. He is a member of the Volunteer medical student preceptor at UCSF affiliated homeless clinic. Dr. Spitnale is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spitnale’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spitnale’s office at (650) 853-2984.
Where did Dr. Spitnale go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Francisco General Hospital
Medical School: Penn State | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Spitnale board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brett Spitnale, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spitnale speak?
Dr. Spitnale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spitnale typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Spitnale 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. Spitnale. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spitnale typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brett Spitnale may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Spitnale's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spitnale accept my insurance?
Dr. Spitnale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spitnale accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Spitnale in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Spitnale's office located?
Dr. Brett Spitnale's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2984
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Volunteer medical student preceptor at UCSF affiliated homeless clinic
Volunteer
What is Dr. Spitnale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spitnale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093946899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spitnale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spitnale
What is Dr. Brett Spitnale's specialty?
Dr. Spitnale is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Brett Spitnale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spitnale is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brett Spitnale accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Spitnale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Spitnale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spitnale's office at (650) 853-2984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Spitnale?
Please contact Dr. Spitnale's office at (650) 853-2984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Spitnale have?
Dr. Brett Spitnale is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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