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Dr. Gail Wright, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wright, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Gail Wright, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Wright graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatric Cardiology; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (417) 820-3912.
Where did Dr. Wright go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatric Cardiology; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wright board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gail Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Wright perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gail Wright may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wright's office.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-3912 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Wright in Palo Alto, 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
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Implementation of a Comprehensive Interdiscipliry Care Coordition of Infants
JOURL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING, 2011
Interagency Registry for Mechanically Assisted Circulatory Support
CIRCULATION-HEART FAILURE, 2010
Pneumatic paracorporeal ventricular assist device in infants and children
JOURL OF HEART AND LUNG TRANSPLANTATION, 2008
Homograft valved right ventricle to pulmory artery conduit
CIRCULATION, 2006
Invited commentary.
Anls of thoracic surgery, 2006
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457375958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Gail Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Wright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gail Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wright is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, 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 Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gail Wright accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gail Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gail Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (417) 820-3912 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gail Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (417) 820-3912 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gail Wright have?
Dr. Gail Wright is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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