Dr. Terry Platchek, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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:

Hospital Visit

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

Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
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?

Dr. Terry Platchek's Primary Practice

725 Welch Rd

Palo Alto, CA 94304

(650) 497-8000

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What hospitals are Dr. Platchek affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Platchek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA

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?A 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 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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