Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fischer, Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Stephen Fischer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fischer graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fischer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fischer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fischer’s office at (650) 498-5710.
Where did Dr. Fischer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford Hospital and Clinics Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Fischer board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Fischer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fischer speak?
Dr. Fischer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fischer typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- History of Other Specified Condition
- Past medical conditions
- Previous health issues
- History of other diagnoses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87898: Personal history of other specified conditions
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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fischer typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Fischer may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fischer accept my insurance?
Dr. Fischer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-5710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fischer accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Fischer in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?
What is Dr. Fischer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fischer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730215229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fischer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fischer
What is Dr. Stephen Fischer's specialty?
Dr. Fischer is a Anesthesiologist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stephen Fischer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fischer is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Ahmc Seton Medical Center 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
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Is Stephen Fischer accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Fischer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Fischer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (650) 498-5710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Fischer?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (650) 498-5710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Fischer have?
Dr. Stephen Fischer is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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