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Dr. Luis Garcia, MD

Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Palo Alto, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Garcia, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Luis Garcia, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (312) 567-6606.

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

    • Medical School: Techological of Pereira Univ Pereira Colombia

    What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:

    • Other Prenatal Screenings
    • Nuchal Translucency Screening
    • Prenatal Care
    • Additional pregnancy tests
    • Special antenatal screenings
    • Specific prenatal checks
    • NT scan
    • First trimester screening ultrasound
    • Screening for Down syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
    • Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older first pregnancy
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (first birth)
    • Geriatric primigravida care
    • Older first-time mom pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09512: Supervision of elderly primigravida, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
    • Elderly Primigravida Care
    • Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09513: Supervision of elderly primigravida, third trimester
    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester

    What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Garcia. 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 Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Amniocentesis
    • Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
    • Amniotic Fluid Test
    • Amnio
    • Prenatal Genetic Testing

    CPT Codes:

    • 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic

    Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 567-6606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Garcia 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

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?

    Dr. Luis Garcia's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (312) 567-6606

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    What hospitals are Dr. Garcia affiliated with?

    Dr. Garcia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ascension Saint Joseph - Elgin,Elgin, IL

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

    Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861542664.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Garcia's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.

    Is Dr. Luis Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Garcia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Saint Joseph - Elgin. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Maternal & Fetal 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. Luis Garcia accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Garcia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (312) 567-6606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luis Garcia?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (312) 567-6606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?

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