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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athans, Anesthesiologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Brett Athans, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Athans is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athans’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athans’s office at (650) 723-6661.
What languages does Dr. Athans speak?
Dr. Athans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Athans typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Athans 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. Athans. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Fertility Preservation Procedure
- Infertility
- Egg freezing procedure
- Sperm banking procedure
- Embryo cryopreservation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3184: Encounter for fertility preservation procedure
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Athans typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Athans performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Athans. 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:
- Egg Retrieval for IVF
- Oocyte Retrieval
- Follicle Aspiration
- IVF Egg Collection
CPT Codes:
- 58970: Follicle puncture for oocyte retrieval, any method
Does Dr. Athans accept my insurance?
Dr. Athans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-6661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athans accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Athans in Redwood City, 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
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Athans' office located?
What is Dr. Athans's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992238992.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athans
What is Dr. Brett Athans's specialty?
Dr. Athans is a Anesthesiologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Brett Athans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athans 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
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Is Brett Athans accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Athans is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Athans offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Athans's office at (650) 723-6661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Athans?
Please contact Dr. Athans's office at (650) 723-6661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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