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Who is Dr. Woods, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Christopher Woods, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Woods is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Woods’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Woods’s office at (650) 652-8600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Woods?
Dr. Christopher Woods, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Woods empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto, CA community, Dr. Woods is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Woods speak?
Dr. Woods and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Woods typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Woods 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. Woods. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Woods typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Woods 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. Woods. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Does Dr. Woods accept my insurance?
Dr. Woods accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 652-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Woods accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Woods 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Woods' office located?
Dr. Christopher Woods' Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 652-8600
What is Dr. Woods's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Woods's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740460088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woods?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Woods
What is Dr. Christopher Woods's specialty?
Dr. Woods is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Christopher Woods affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Woods is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Woods accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Woods is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Woods offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Woods's office at (650) 652-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Woods?
Please contact Dr. Woods's office at (650) 652-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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