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Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer, MD

Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ayala Meyer, Pulmonologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ayala Meyer graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. She is a member of the American Thoracic Society, American College of Chest Physicians, Society of Critical Care Medicine.. Dr. Ayala Meyer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayala Meyer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayala Meyer’s office at (650) 934-7144.

    Where did Dr. Ayala Meyer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Stanford School of Medicine, Stanford University Medical Center, Primary Care Associate Program

    • Residency: Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | LAC-USC

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Ayala Meyer board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ayala Meyer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ayala Meyer typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ayala Meyer 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. Ayala Meyer. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ayala Meyer typically perform?

    Does Dr. Ayala Meyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ayala Meyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 934-7144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ayala Meyer's office located?

    Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer's Primary Practice

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (650) 934-7144

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    Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer's Practice 2

    2500 Grant Rd

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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    Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer's Practice 3

    2025 Soquel Ave

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Thoracic Society, American College of Chest Physicians, Society of Critical Care Medicine.

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

    Dr. Ayala Meyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063608719.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayala Meyer?

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

    What is Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer's specialty?

    Dr. Ayala Meyer is a Pulmonologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ayala Meyer is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Estela Ayala Meyer accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ayala Meyer's office at (650) 934-7144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Estela Ayala Meyer?

    Please contact Dr. Ayala Meyer's office at (650) 934-7144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer have?

    Dr. Estela Ayala Meyer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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