40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pedersen, Internist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Maren Pedersen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Pedersen graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pedersen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pedersen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pedersen’s office.
Where did Dr. Pedersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pedersen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Maren Pedersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pedersen speak?
Dr. Pedersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pedersen typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pedersen 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. Pedersen. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pedersen typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Maren Pedersen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pedersen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pedersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pedersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pedersen accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Pedersen 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pedersen's office located?
What is Dr. Pedersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pedersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417021163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pedersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pedersen
What is Dr. Maren Pedersen's specialty?
Dr. Pedersen is a Internist near Palo Alto, 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. Maren Pedersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pedersen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maren Pedersen accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maren Pedersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maren Pedersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pedersen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maren Pedersen?
Please contact Dr. Pedersen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maren Pedersen have?
Dr. Maren Pedersen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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211 Quarry Rd Ste 203
Palo Alto, CA 94304