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Dr. Joyce Hsu, MD

Dr. Joyce Hsu, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hsu, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Joyce Hsu, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hsu graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (408) 426-5590.

    Where did Dr. Hsu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Stanford University Pediatric Rheumatology, Stanford, CA | Stanford University Pediatric Rheumatology CA

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics | University of California, Los Angeles | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington Center / School of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Hsu board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 2006, American Board of Pediatrics since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?

    Dr. Hsu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Hsu typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • JIA
    • Childhood arthritis
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
    • Oligoarticular JIA
    • Few-joint juvenile arthritis
    • Childhood oligoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
    • M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
    • M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Hsu typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joyce Hsu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 426-5590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Hsu 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • California Water Service Group

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Joyce Hsu's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (408) 426-5590

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    Dr. Joyce Hsu's Practice 2

    1195 W Fremont Ave

    Sunnyvale, CA 94087

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    American College of Rheumatology

    ACR/ REF/ LRI Lupus Investigator Fellowship Award

    Publications

    European ancestry decreases the risk of early onset, severe lupus nephritis in a single center

    , 2012

    What is Dr. Hsu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740294834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hsu

    What is Dr. Joyce Hsu's specialty?

    Dr. Hsu is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.

    Is this Dr. Joyce Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hsu is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joyce Hsu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joyce Hsu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (408) 426-5590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joyce Hsu?

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (408) 426-5590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Hsu have?

    Dr. Joyce Hsu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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