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Dr. Gregory Adamson, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adamson, Pediatric Cardiologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Gregory Adamson, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Adamson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adamson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adamson’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Adamson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Adamson treat?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Adamson 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. Adamson. 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:

    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
    • Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
    • Double Inlet Heart Chamber
    • Double Outlet Right Ventricle
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Pulmonary Artery Malformation
    • Abnormal Pulmonary Vein Connection
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect
    • ASD
    • Atrial Septal Defect
    • Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • ASD Secundum Type
    • Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
    • Most Common ASD
    • Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
    • Double Inlet Left Ventricle
    • Double Inlet Right Ventricle
    • Single Ventricle Heart Defect
    • DORV
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Abnormal Pulmonary Artery
    • Pulmonary Artery Anomaly
    • Lung Artery Defect
    • TAPVC
    • Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
    • Misconnected Lung Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
    • Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
    • Q204: Double inlet ventricle
    • Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q2579: Other congenital malformations of pulmonary artery
    • Q262: Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    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:

    • Heart Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8621: Heart transplant rejection

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Disease
    • Artery Disease
    • Blood Vessel Disorder
    • Circulatory System Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7789: Other specified disorders of arteries and arterioles

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chylous Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Chylothorax
    • Lymphatic Fluid in Lungs
    • Milky Fluid in Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J940: Chylous effusion

    Also known as:

    • History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Heart Disease
    • Past heart malformations
    • Previous corrected congenital heart problems
    • History of circulatory system birth anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Adamson perform?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Adamson 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. Adamson. 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:

    • Selective Vein Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheter Placement
    • Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
    • Venous Catheterization
    • Jugular Vein Catheter
    • Renal Vein Catheter
    • Selective Artery Catheterization
    • Thoracic Artery Catheter
    • Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
    • Selective Venous Catheterization
    • Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
    • Diagnostic Vein Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
    • 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
    • 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)

    Also known as:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Access Procedure
    • Diagnostic Angiography Access

    CPT Codes:

    • 36216: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Venous Embolization
    • Vein Occlusion Procedure
    • Vascular Malformation Embolization
    • Varicocele Embolization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)

    Also known as:

    • Artery Blocking Procedure
    • Vascular Occlusion
    • Arterial Embolization
    • Blood Vessel Coiling
    • AVM Embolization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
    • Lung Artery Stent
    • Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
    • Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral

    Does Dr. Adamson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adamson 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. Adamson accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Adamson 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

    • Bon Ton Department Stores

    • California Water Service Group

    • City of Hartford

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

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    Where is Dr. Adamson's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Adamson's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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

    Dr. Adamson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013335124.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adamson?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Adamson's specialty?

    Dr. Adamson is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Adamson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gregory Adamson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adamson 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 Gregory Adamson accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Adamson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Adamson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adamson's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Adamson?

    Please contact Dr. Adamson's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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