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Dr. Ruth Fanning, MD

Redwood City, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fanning, Anesthesiologist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Ruth Fanning, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Fanning graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India. Dr. Fanning is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fanning’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fanning’s office at (650) 723-4000.

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

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    What languages does Dr. Fanning speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fanning treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fanning 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. Fanning. 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:

    • 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:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Does Dr. Fanning accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fanning accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fanning accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Fanning in Redwood City, 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

    • AllCare Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fanning's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Fanning's Primary Practice

    450 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Ruth Fanning's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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

    Dr. Fanning's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851428924.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fanning?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Fanning's specialty?

    Dr. Fanning is a Anesthesiologist near Redwood City, 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. Fanning to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Fanning affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fanning is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 Ruth Fanning accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Fanning is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Fanning offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fanning's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Fanning?

    Please contact Dr. Fanning's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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