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Dr. Mark Gjolaj, MD

Dr. Mark Gjolaj, MD

Anesthesiologist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gjolaj, Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Mark Gjolaj, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gjolaj graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Gjolaj is fluent in English and Albanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gjolaj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gjolaj’s office at (510) 752-1000.

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

    • Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Gjolaj board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Gjolaj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Gjolaj speak?

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

    • Albanian
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gjolaj typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gjolaj 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. Gjolaj. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gjolaj typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gjolaj 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. Gjolaj. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Does Dr. Gjolaj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gjolaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gjolaj accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Gjolaj's office located?

    Dr. Mark Gjolaj's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (510) 752-1000

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    Dr. Mark Gjolaj's Practice 2

    911 Sunset Dr

    Hollister, CA 95023

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    Dr. Mark Gjolaj's Practice 3

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Piedmont, CA 94611

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

    Dr. Gjolaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194911628.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gjolaj?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Gjolaj's specialty?

    Dr. Gjolaj is an Anesthesiologist near Stanford, 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 Dr. Mark Gjolaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gjolaj is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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

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    Is Dr. Mark Gjolaj accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Gjolaj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Gjolaj offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gjolaj's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Gjolaj?

    Please contact Dr. Gjolaj's office at (510) 752-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gjolaj's office located?

    Dr. Gjolaj's offices are located in Stanford, CA, Hollister, CA, and Piedmont, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Gjolaj have?

    Dr. Mark Gjolaj is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.