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Dr. Xun Zhou, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhou, Thoracic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Xun Zhou, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhou’s office at (650) 723-5771.

    What languages does Dr. Zhou speak?

    Dr. Zhou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Zhou typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Zhou typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Xun Zhou may include:

    Please contact Dr. Zhou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Zhou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-5771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhou accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Zhou in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Care-Rx Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Zhou's office located?

    Dr. Xun Zhou's Primary Practice

    870 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 723-5771

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    Dr. Xun Zhou's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    What is Dr. Zhou's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073854030.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhou?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhou

    What is Dr. Xun Zhou's specialty?

    Dr. Zhou is a Thoracic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Xun Zhou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhou is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Xun Zhou accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Xun Zhou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Xun Zhou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (650) 723-5771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Xun Zhou?

    Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (650) 723-5771 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zhou's office located?

    Dr. Zhou's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and Stanford, CA.