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Dr. Timothy Cornell, MD

Dr. Timothy Cornell, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cornell, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Timothy Cornell, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cornell graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's National Medical Center. Dr. Cornell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cornell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cornell’s office at (650) 497-8000.
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    Where did Dr. Cornell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pediatric Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, University of Michigan Health System

    • Residency: Children's National Medical Center

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cornell board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Cornell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Cornell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cornell typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cornell 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. Cornell. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cornell typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Cornell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cornell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cornell 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. Cornell accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Cornell 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

    • California Water Service Group

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cornell's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Cornell's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Timothy Cornell's Practice 2

    1101 Van Ness Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cornell affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cornell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    C.S. Mott Children's Hospital,Ann Arbor, MI

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

    Dr. Cornell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871617621.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cornell?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Cornell's specialty?

    Dr. Cornell is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is Dr. Timothy Cornell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cornell is affiliated with University Hospital - Michigan Medicine 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 Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care 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. Timothy Cornell accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Cornell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Cornell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cornell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Cornell?

    Please contact Dr. Cornell's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cornell's office located?

    Dr. Cornell's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Cornell have?

    Dr. Timothy Cornell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.