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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galarza, Family Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Joaquin Galarza, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Galarza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galarza’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galarza’s office at (650) 853-2984.
What languages does Dr. Galarza speak?
Dr. Galarza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Galarza treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Galarza 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. Galarza. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Galarza perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Galarza may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Galarza's office.
Does Dr. Galarza accept my insurance?
Dr. Galarza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galarza accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Galarza in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Galarza's office located?
Dr. Joaquin Galarza's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2984
What is Dr. Galarza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galarza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841654902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galarza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galarza
What is Dr. Joaquin Galarza's specialty?
Dr. Galarza is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Galarza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joaquin Galarza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galarza is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Novato Community Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Joaquin Galarza accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joaquin Galarza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joaquin Galarza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galarza's office at (650) 853-2984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joaquin Galarza?
Please contact Dr. Galarza's office at (650) 853-2984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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