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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Kristin Sun, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sun completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sun’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Sun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Sun board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Sun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sun typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sun typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sun 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. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
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 1508993841.
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. Kristin Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Kristin Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun 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
When to see a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristin Sun accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristin Sun have?
Dr. Kristin Sun is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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