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Who is Dr. Pooni, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Rajdeep Pooni, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Pooni is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pooni’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pooni’s office.
What languages does Dr. Pooni speak?
Dr. Pooni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Pooni typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Pooni 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. Pooni. 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:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Pooni typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rajdeep Pooni may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Pooni's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pooni accept my insurance?
Dr. Pooni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pooni accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Pooni 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
California Water Service Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pooni's office located?
What is Dr. Pooni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pooni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457798233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pooni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pooni
What is Dr. Rajdeep Pooni's specialty?
Dr. Pooni is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Rajdeep Pooni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pooni is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. 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 Rajdeep Pooni accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajdeep Pooni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajdeep Pooni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pooni's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajdeep Pooni?
Please contact Dr. Pooni's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304