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Dr. Megan Gilbert, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gilbert, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Megan Gilbert, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gilbert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilbert’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilbert’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Gilbert speak?
Dr. Gilbert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gilbert treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Hereditary Spherocytosis
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Hereditary spherocytosis
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
- Minkowski-Chauffard Disease
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D580: Hereditary spherocytosis
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Other Neutropenia
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Low neutrophil count
- Acquired neutropenia
- Specific neutropenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D708: Other neutropenia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
- Abnormal Blood Mineral Levels
- Blood
- Coagulation Disorder
- Blood Clotting Problem
- Abnormal PT/INR
- Mineral Imbalance in Blood
- Electrolyte Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Mineral Count
ICD-10 Codes:
- R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
- R790: Abnormal level of blood mineral
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Other Red Blood Cell Abnormality
- Blood
- RBC Disorders
- Atypical Red Blood Cells
- Blood Cell Irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R718: Other abnormality of red blood cells
Also known as:
- Easy Bruising
- Bruises
- Ecchymosis
- Unexplained Bruises
- Bleeding Under Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R233: Spontaneous ecchymoses
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Acute Blood Clot
- Acute Venous Thrombosis
- Sudden Vein Clot
- Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
Also known as:
- Hemophilia A
- Hemophilia
- Factor VIII Deficiency', 'Classic Hemophilia', 'Bleeder's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Which procedures does Dr. Gilbert perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Megan Gilbert 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. Gilbert's office.
Does Dr. Gilbert accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Gilbert 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
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
Other Provider Networks
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Gilbert's office located?
What is Dr. Gilbert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316366040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilbert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilbert
What is Dr. Megan Gilbert's specialty?
Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Megan Gilbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gilbert is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Megan Gilbert accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Megan Gilbert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megan Gilbert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megan Gilbert?
Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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