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Dr. Derek Obayashi, MD

San Carlos, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Obayashi, Pediatric Cardiologist in San Carlos, CA?

    Dr. Derek Obayashi, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Carlos, CA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Obayashi graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles Program. Dr. Obayashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obayashi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obayashi’s office at (844) 928-1872.

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

    • Residency: Children's Hospital of Los Angeles Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Obayashi board certified in Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Obayashi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Obayashi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Obayashi treat?

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

    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Abnormal Coronary Arteries
    • Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • Coronary Artery Malformation
    • Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
    • Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
    • Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Leak
    • ASD Secundum Type
    • Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
    • Most Common ASD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
    • Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
    • Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Cardiac Dysrhythmia
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Benign Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Innocent heart murmur
    • Harmless heart murmur
    • Physiological heart murmur

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Heart Disease
    • Family History
    • Heart Disease
    • Hereditary heart disease risk
    • Genetic predisposition to heart problems
    • Heart conditions in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Suspected Fetal Abnormality Ruled Out
    • Fetal defect ruled out
    • No birth defect found
    • Fetal anomaly check cleared

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0373: Encounter for suspected fetal anomaly ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Birth Defects or Genetic Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • Family History
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic risk for birth defects
    • Hereditary chromosomal abnormalities
    • Congenital anomalies in family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8279: Family history of other congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Heart Anomalies
    • Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
    • Fetal Cardiac Malformations
    • Fetal Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Obayashi perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Derek Obayashi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obayashi's office.

    Does Dr. Obayashi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Obayashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 928-1872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Obayashi accept in San Carlos, CA?

    Dr. Obayashi in San Carlos, 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

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Obayashi's office located?

    Dr. Derek Obayashi's Primary Practice

    301 Industrial Rd

    San Carlos, CA 94070

    (844) 928-1872

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

    Dr. Obayashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568659134.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obayashi?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Obayashi's specialty?

    Dr. Obayashi is a Pediatric Cardiologist near San Carlos, 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. Obayashi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Derek Obayashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Obayashi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Explore Pediatric Cardiologist with 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 Derek Obayashi accepting new patients in San Carlos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Obayashi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Obayashi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Obayashi's office at (844) 928-1872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek Obayashi?

    Please contact Dr. Obayashi's office at (844) 928-1872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Obayashi have?

    Dr. Derek Obayashi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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