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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Vivien Sun, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sun graduated from University of California. Dr. Sun is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sun’s office at (415) 476-4009.
Where did Dr. Sun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sun typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sun typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivien Sun may include:
Please contact Dr. Sun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-4009 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sun accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sun 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
North East Medical Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sun's office located?
What is Dr. Sun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902243520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sun
What is Dr. Vivien Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun 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 this Dr. Vivien Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Vivien Sun accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivien Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivien Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (415) 476-4009 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivien Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (415) 476-4009 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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