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Dr. Alexis Morvant, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Morvant, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Alexis Morvant, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Morvant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morvant’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morvant’s office at (504) 896-2888.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Morvant?

    Dr. Alexis Morvant, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Morvant empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ethics, Palliative Care-Pediatric, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto, CA community, Dr. Morvant is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Morvant speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Morvant typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Morvant 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. Morvant. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Morvant typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Morvant may include:

    Please contact Dr. Morvant's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Morvant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morvant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 896-2888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Morvant 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Morvant's office located?

    Dr. Alexis Morvant's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (504) 896-2888

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    What hospitals are Dr. Morvant affiliated with?

    Dr. Morvant has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Stanford Medicine Children’s Health,Palo Alto, CA

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

    Dr. Morvant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902218878.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morvant?

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

    What is Dr. Alexis Morvant's specialty?

    Dr. Morvant is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Alexis Morvant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Morvant is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. 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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative 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. Alexis Morvant accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexis Morvant is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexis Morvant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morvant's office at (504) 896-2888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexis Morvant?

    Please contact Dr. Morvant's office at (504) 896-2888 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Morvant's office located?

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