CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acuna, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Christine Acuna, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Acuna is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acuna’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acuna’s office at (415) 353-2000.
What languages does Dr. Acuna speak?
Dr. Acuna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Acuna typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Acuna 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. Acuna. 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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Acuna typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Acuna may include:
Please contact Dr. Acuna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Acuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Acuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acuna accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Acuna in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Acuna's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Acuna affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Acuna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center,Burlingame, CA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center,Burlingame, CA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca,Modesto, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca,Modesto, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
What is Dr. Acuna's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457674525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acuna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acuna
What is Dr. Christine Acuna's specialty?
Dr. Acuna is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is Dr. Christine Acuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acuna is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Christine Acuna accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Acuna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Acuna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acuna's office at (415) 353-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Acuna?
Please contact Dr. Acuna's office at (415) 353-2000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Acuna's office located?
Dr. Acuna's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and San Francisco, CA.
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