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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheehan, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Jewel Sheehan, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sheehan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheehan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheehan’s office at (510) 806-2951.
What languages does Dr. Sheehan speak?
Dr. Sheehan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sheehan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan. 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:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sheehan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sheehan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sheehan. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Sheehan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheehan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 806-2951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheehan accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sheehan 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
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?
What is Dr. Sheehan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheehan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649690371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheehan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheehan
What is Dr. Jewel Sheehan's specialty?
Dr. Sheehan is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Jewel Sheehan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheehan 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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Is Jewel Sheehan accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jewel Sheehan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jewel Sheehan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (510) 806-2951 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jewel Sheehan?
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (510) 806-2951 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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