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Dr. Megan Gilbert, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Gilbert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilbert’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Gilbert typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
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:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Gilbert typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
California Water Service Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Megan Gilbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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