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Dr. Gail Wright, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, 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]
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gail Wright may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Wright's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Santa Cruz County
State of California
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
, 2011
Interagency Registry for Mechanically Assisted Circulatory Support
, 2010
Pneumatic paracorporeal ventricular assist device in infants and children
, 2008
Homograft valved right ventricle to pulmory artery conduit
, 2006
Invited commentary.
, 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.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gail Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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