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Dr. Lea Steffes, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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    Who is Dr. Steffes, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Lea Steffes, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Steffes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Steffes’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steffes’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Steffes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Steffes treat?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Steffes 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. Steffes. 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:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Mild Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis
    • Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF Lung Disease
    • Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
    • E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Complete AVSD
    • Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Large Hole in Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiolitis Obliterans
    • COPD
    • Popcorn Lung
    • Constrictive Bronchiolitis
    • Obliterative Bronchiolitis
    • BO Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4481: Bronchiolitis obliterans and bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome

    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

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Does Dr. Steffes accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Steffes 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Steffes' office located?

    Dr. Lea Steffes' Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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

    Dr. Steffes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427477744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steffes?

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

    What is Dr. Lea Steffes's specialty?

    Dr. Steffes is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Steffes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lea Steffes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Steffes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pediatric Pulmonologist with 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 Lea Steffes accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lea Steffes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lea Steffes offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Lea Steffes?

    Please contact Dr. Steffes's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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