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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Martin, Thoracic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Elisabeth Martin, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Martin is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martin’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Martin speak?
Dr. Martin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Martin treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Ebstein's Anomaly
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
- Ebstein Anomaly
- Tricuspid Valve Displacement
- Congenital Tricuspid Valve Defect
- DORV
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
- Q225: Ebstein's anomaly
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Planned Wound Closure After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Delayed wound closure
- Secondary wound closure
- Post-op wound repair
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z481: Encounter for planned postprocedural wound closure
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
What procedures does Dr. Martin perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
- Patch Angioplasty Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Graft Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33917: Repair of pulmonary artery stenosis by reconstruction with patch or graft
Does Dr. Martin accept my insurance?
Dr. Martin 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. Martin accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Martin 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
Bon Ton Department Stores
California Water Service Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Kaiser Permanente
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Martin's office located?
What is Dr. Martin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154807477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martin
What is Dr. Elisabeth Martin's specialty?
Dr. Martin is a Thoracic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Martin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elisabeth Martin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital 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
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Is Elisabeth Martin accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Martin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elisabeth Martin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elisabeth Martin?
Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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