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Dr. Yael Gernez, MD, PHD

Allergist & Immunologist, Internist

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gernez, Allergist & Immunologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Yael Gernez, MD, PHD is an Allergist & Immunologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gernez is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gernez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gernez’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Gernez speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Gernez typically treat?

    As an Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Gernez 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. Gernez. 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:

    • Hay Fever
    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Food Allergy
    • Adverse Food Reaction
    • Food Allergy
    • Unspecified Food Allergy
    • Multiple Food Allergies
    • Food Hypersensitivity
    • Food intolerance
    • Bad reaction to food
    • Food sensitivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z91018: Allergy to other foods
    • T7819XA: Other adverse food reactions, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Disease
    • Infection
    • Contagious Illness
    • Communicable disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B999: Unspecified infectious disease

    Also known as:

    • Flexural Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Eczema in skin folds
    • Inverse eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis in creases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2082: Flexural eczema

    What procedures does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Gernez typically perform?

    As an Allergist & Immunologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yael Gernez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gernez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gernez accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Gernez 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gernez's office located?

    Dr. Yael Gernez's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Yael Gernez's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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

    Dr. Gernez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659792125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gernez?

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

    What is Dr. Yael Gernez's specialty?

    Dr. Gernez is an Allergist & Immunologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does an Allergist & Immunologist do?

    An allergist-immunologist is well-versed in the assessment, physical examination, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of immune system disorders. These conditions include, but are not limited to, eczema, asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and adverse reactions to food, medication, and insect stings. Furthermore, they manage immune deficiency diseases, whether acquired or congenital, issues with host defense, and challenges associated with autoimmune diseases, organ transplantation, or immune system malignancies.

    Is Dr. Yael Gernez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gernez is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Renown Regional Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 an Allergist & Immunologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Allergist & Immunologist. 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 Dr. Yael Gernez accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yael Gernez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yael Gernez offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yael Gernez?

    Please contact Dr. Gernez's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gernez's office located?

    Dr. Gernez's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and Stanford, CA.