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Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kalanithi, Internist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kalanithi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalanithi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalanithi’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    Is Dr. Kalanithi board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kalanithi speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kalanithi typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kalanithi 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. Kalanithi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kalanithi typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kalanithi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kalanithi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kalanithi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kalanithi accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Kalanithi in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kalanithi's office located?

    Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Stanford Express Care

    211 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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

    Dr. Kalanithi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700017241.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalanithi?

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

    What is Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi's specialty?

    Dr. Kalanithi is a Internist near Stanford, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kalanithi is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sequoia Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Lucy Emily Kalanithi accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kalanithi's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lucy Emily Kalanithi?

    Please contact Dr. Kalanithi's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi have?

    Dr. Lucy Emily Kalanithi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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