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Dr. Claire Johns, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johns, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Claire Johns, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Johns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johns’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johns’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Johns speak?
Dr. Johns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Johns typically treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Johns 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. Johns. 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:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Birth Defects
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Cancer
- Hereditary Cancer Risk
- Increased Risk of Cancer
- Genetic Predisposition to Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1509: Genetic susceptibility to other malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Johns typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Claire Johns may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Johns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Johns accept my insurance?
Dr. Johns 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. Johns accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Johns 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
California Water Service Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johns' office located?
What is Dr. Johns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Johns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912468455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Johns
What is Dr. Claire Johns's specialty?
Dr. Johns is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?
A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers.
Is this Dr. Claire Johns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johns is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claire Johns accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Claire Johns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Johns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johns's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Johns?
Please contact Dr. Johns's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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