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Dr. Nicole Yamada, MD

Dr. Nicole Yamada, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yamada, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Nicole Yamada, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Yamada graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Stanford University Program. Dr. Yamada is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamada’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamada’s office at (650) 498-7200.

    Where did Dr. Yamada go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Yamada speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yamada typically treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yamada 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. Yamada. 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:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Heart Anomalies
    • Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
    • Fetal Cardiac Malformations
    • Fetal Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yamada typically perform?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Yamada may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yamada accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yamada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yamada accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Yamada 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yamada's office located?

    Dr. Nicole Yamada's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 498-7200

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    The Neotal Resuscitation Program: Current Recommendations and a Look at the Future

    , 2014

    When operating is considered futile: Difficult decisions in the neotal intensive care unit

    , 2009

    Effect of antiplatelet therapy on thromboembolic complications of elective coil embolization of

    , 2007

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

    Dr. Yamada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457620197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamada?

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

    What is Dr. Nicole Yamada's specialty?

    Dr. Yamada is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.

    Is this Dr. Nicole Yamada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yamada 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. 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 Nicole Yamada accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Yamada is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicole Yamada offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (650) 498-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicole Yamada?

    Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (650) 498-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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