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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaffey, Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Thomas Gaffey, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Gaffey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaffey’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaffey’s office at (650) 853-2894.
Is Dr. Gaffey board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Gaffey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gaffey speak?
Dr. Gaffey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gaffey treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gaffey 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. Gaffey. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
Which procedures does Dr. Gaffey perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Gaffey may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gaffey's office.
Does Dr. Gaffey accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaffey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaffey accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Gaffey in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Gaffey's office located?
Dr. Thomas Gaffey's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2894
What is Dr. Gaffey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaffey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881612190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaffey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaffey
What is Dr. Thomas Gaffey's specialty?
Dr. Gaffey is a Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Gaffey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Gaffey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaffey is affiliated with Sequoia 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Thomas Gaffey accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Gaffey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Gaffey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaffey's office at (650) 853-2894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Gaffey?
Please contact Dr. Gaffey's office at (650) 853-2894 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Gaffey have?
Dr. Thomas Gaffey is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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