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Dr. Xiaohua Qian, MD
Pleasanton, CA
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Qian, Anatomic Pathologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Xiaohua Qian, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Qian graduated from Shanghai Med University and completed her residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cytopathology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Qian is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qian’s office at (617) 732-7510.
Where did Dr. Qian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cytopathology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C) | Shanghai Med University | First Medical College of the Navy
Is Dr. Qian board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Xiaohua Qian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Qian speak?
Dr. Qian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Qian typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Qian 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. Qian. 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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Qian typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Qian 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. Qian. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- FNA Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy without Imaging
- Tissue Sample Collection
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Does Dr. Qian accept my insurance?
Dr. Qian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-7510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Qian accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Qian in Pleasanton, 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
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Qian's office located?
Dr. Xiaohua Qian's Primary Practice
5555 W Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(617) 732-7510
What is Dr. Qian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Qian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790722734.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Qian
What is Dr. Xiaohua Qian's specialty?
Dr. Qian is a Anatomic Pathologist near Pleasanton, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Xiaohua Qian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Qian is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Eden 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 Xiaohua Qian accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Xiaohua Qian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Xiaohua Qian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Qian's office at (617) 732-7510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Xiaohua Qian?
Please contact Dr. Qian's office at (617) 732-7510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Xiaohua Qian have?
Dr. Xiaohua Qian is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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