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Dr. Valerie Chock, MD

Dr. Valerie Chock, MD

Palo Alto, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Valerie Chock, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Chock graduated from University of Hawaii and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Dr. Chock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chock’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chock’s office at (650) 497-8000.

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

    • Fellowship: Stanford Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Neonatology

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine | Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland | Children's Hospital Medical Center of Northern California | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii

    Is Dr. Chock board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Chock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 2005, American Board of Pediatrics since 2001

    What languages does Dr. Chock speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Fetal Heart Anomalies
    • Fetal Digestive System Anomalies
    • Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
    • Fetal Cardiac Malformations
    • Fetal Heart Problems
    • Fetal GI Tract Defects
    • Congenital Gastrointestinal Malformations in Fetus
    • Fetal Gut Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
    • O35DXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal gastrointestinal anomalies, not applicable or unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    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:

    • Other Newborn Feeding Problems
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant and Newborn Nutrition
    • Other infant feeding difficulties
    • Miscellaneous baby eating issues
    • Neonatal feeding disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P928: Other feeding problems of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chock typically perform?

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

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

    Does Dr. Chock accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Chock 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chock's office located?

    Division Of Neonatology

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Stanford Pediatric Research Fund-Lucile Packard Foundation for Childr

    Pediatric Heart Center Research Award

    NIH Mentored Career Development Award (KL2), Stanford Center for Clin

    Stanford Pediatric Research Fund- Child Health Research Program (Jan)

    Pilot Early Career Award

    Publications

    NIPT in a Clinical Setting: An alysis of Uptake in the First Months of Clinical Availability.

    , 2014

    Variables Influencing Pregncy Termition Following Pretal Diagnosis of Fetal Chromosome

    , 2013

    Short-term Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Neotes with Congenital Heart Disease

    , 2012

    Cerebral Autoregulation in Neotes with a Hemodymically Significant Patent Ductus Arteriosus

    , 2012

    Cerebral Oxygetion during Different Treatment Strategies for a Patent Ductus Arteriosus

    , 2011

    Inhaled Nitric Oxide for Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes, Oligohydramnios

    , 2009

    Inflammation and NF kappa B activation is decreased by hypothermia following global cerebral

    , 2009

    Neurologic events in neotes treated surgically for congenital heart disease

    , 2006

    Antegrade cerebral perfusion reduces apoptotic neurol injury

    , 2006

    Development of neotal murine microglia in vitro

    , 2005

    Susceptibility to apoptosis varies with time in culture for murine neurons and astrocytes

    , 2004

    REMOVAL OF SIALIC-ACID FROM A GLYCOPROTEIN IN CHO CELL

    , 1995

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

    Dr. Chock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467510768.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chock?

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

    What is Dr. Valerie Chock's specialty?

    Dr. Chock 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 Dr. Valerie Chock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chock is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz 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 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 Dr. Valerie Chock accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Chock is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Chock offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chock's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Valerie Chock?

    Please contact Dr. Chock's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chock's office located?

    Dr. Chock's office is located in Palo Alto, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie Chock have?

    Dr. Valerie Chock is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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