Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith-Spangler, Internist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Smith-Spangler graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed her residency at Stanford Hospital & Clinics. She is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Smith-Spangler is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith-Spangler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith-Spangler’s office at (650) 321-4121.
Where did Dr. Smith-Spangler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University / VA Palo Alto Health Care System (Health Services Research) | Stanford University / VA Palo Alto Health Care System
Residency: Stanford Hospital & Clinics | Stanford University Hospital and Clinics
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Smith-Spangler board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith-Spangler speak?
Dr. Smith-Spangler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Smith-Spangler typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Smith-Spangler 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. Smith-Spangler. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Smith-Spangler typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Smith-Spangler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith-Spangler accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith-Spangler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith-Spangler accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Smith-Spangler 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Smith-Spangler's office located?
Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 321-4121
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Smith-Spangler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith-Spangler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649450503.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith-Spangler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith-Spangler
What is Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler's specialty?
Dr. Smith-Spangler is a Internist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith-Spangler is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Roseville 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Crystal Smith-Spangler accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith-Spangler's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Crystal Smith-Spangler?
Please contact Dr. Smith-Spangler's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler have?
Dr. Crystal Smith-Spangler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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