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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sivasankar, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Shyam Sivasankar, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Sivasankar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivasankar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivasankar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sivasankar speak?
Dr. Sivasankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Sivasankar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Sivasankar 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. Sivasankar. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Sivasankar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shyam Sivasankar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sivasankar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivasankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivasankar 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. Sivasankar accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Sivasankar in Stanford, 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
Medicaid
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Sivasankar's office located?
What is Dr. Sivasankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivasankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255741161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivasankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivasankar
What is Dr. Shyam Sivasankar's specialty?
Dr. Sivasankar is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Stanford, CA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.
Is this Dr. Shyam Sivasankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivasankar is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, San Mateo 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 Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shyam Sivasankar accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Sivasankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyam Sivasankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivasankar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyam Sivasankar?
Please contact Dr. Sivasankar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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300 Pasteur Dr
Stanford, CA 94305