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Dr. Vijan Joshi, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Joshi, Internist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Vijan Joshi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Joshi graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. Dr. Joshi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joshi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joshi’s office at (650) 288-4080.

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

    • Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Joshi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Joshi treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Joshi 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. Joshi. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Joshi perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vijan Joshi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Joshi's office.

    Does Dr. Joshi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joshi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 288-4080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Joshi 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Joshi's office located?

    Dr. Vijan Joshi's Primary Practice

    590 Forest Ave

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (650) 288-4080

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    Dr. Vijan Joshi's Practice 2

    2950 S Delaware St Ste 150

    San Mateo, CA 94403

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vijan Joshi?

    Dr. Joshi has appointments available at his Palo Alto, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Joshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649545062.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joshi?

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

    What is Dr. Vijan Joshi's specialty?

    Dr. Joshi is a Internist near Palo Alto, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Joshi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vijan Joshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Joshi is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Vijan Joshi accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vijan Joshi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijan Joshi offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joshi, or call (650) 288-4080 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Vijan Joshi?

    Please contact Dr. Joshi's office at (650) 288-4080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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