CA
Dr. Catherine Aftandilian, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aftandilian, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Catherine Aftandilian, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Aftandilian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aftandilian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aftandilian’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Aftandilian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Aftandilian board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Aftandilian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Aftandilian speak?
Dr. Aftandilian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Aftandilian treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Aftandilian 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. Aftandilian. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Leukemia
- Acute promyelocytic leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Recurrent Childhood Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- Acute Blood Cancer
- Undifferentiated Acute Leukemia
- Fast-growing Blood Cancer
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- APL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia M3 in Remission
- Promyelocytic Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9102: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in relapse
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9500: Acute leukemia of unspecified cell type not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9241: Acute promyelocytic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- LL
- Precursor Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
- Lymphoblastic Lymphoma Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8350: Lymphoblastic (diffuse) lymphoma, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
- Preleukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Birth Defects
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Disease
- Hereditary Disease Risk
- Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease
Which procedures does Dr. Aftandilian perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Catherine Aftandilian may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aftandilian's office.
Does Dr. Aftandilian accept my insurance?
Dr. Aftandilian 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. Aftandilian accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Aftandilian 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)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
OptumRx
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aftandilian's office located?
Dr. Catherine Aftandilian's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Aftandilian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aftandilian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154526762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aftandilian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aftandilian
What is Dr. Catherine Aftandilian's specialty?
Dr. Aftandilian is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Aftandilian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Catherine Aftandilian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aftandilian 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Catherine Aftandilian accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Aftandilian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Aftandilian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aftandilian's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Aftandilian?
Please contact Dr. Aftandilian's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Aftandilian have?
Dr. Catherine Aftandilian is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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