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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Eskandar-Afshari, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari, DO is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Eskandar-Afshari is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eskandar-Afshari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eskandar-Afshari’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Eskandar-Afshari speak?
Dr. Eskandar-Afshari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Eskandar-Afshari typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Eskandar-Afshari 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. Eskandar-Afshari. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Eskandar-Afshari typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Eskandar-Afshari accept my insurance?
Dr. Eskandar-Afshari 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. Eskandar-Afshari accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Eskandar-Afshari 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's office located?
Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265774665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eskandar-Afshari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eskandar-Afshari
What is Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari's specialty?
Dr. Eskandar-Afshari is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Eskandar-Afshari is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fatima Eskandar-Afshari accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fatima Eskandar-Afshari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fatima Eskandar-Afshari?
Please contact Dr. Eskandar-Afshari's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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