Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Platchek, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Terry Platchek, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Platchek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platchek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platchek’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Platchek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mi
Is Dr. Platchek board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Terry Platchek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Platchek speak?
Dr. Platchek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Platchek typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Platchek 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. Platchek. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
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
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Platchek typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Terry Platchek may include:
Please contact Dr. Platchek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Platchek accept my insurance?
Dr. Platchek 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. Platchek accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Platchek 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Platchek's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Better Health, Less Spending: Stanford University?s Clinical Excellence Research Center
, 2014
Lean Health Care for the Hospitalist
, 2012
What is Dr. Platchek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Platchek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598989154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platchek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Platchek
What is Dr. Terry Platchek's specialty?
Dr. Platchek is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Terry Platchek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Platchek 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
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Is Terry Platchek accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Terry Platchek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Terry Platchek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Platchek's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Terry Platchek?
Please contact Dr. Platchek's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Terry Platchek have?
Dr. Terry Platchek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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