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Dr. David Axelrod, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Axelrod, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. David Axelrod, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Axelrod graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Axelrod is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axelrod’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrod’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Axelrod go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: OH STATE UNIV COLL OF MED AND PUB HLTH | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Axelrod board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Axelrod, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Axelrod speak?
Dr. Axelrod and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Axelrod treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Underdeveloped Aorta
- Ebstein's Anomaly
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- DORV
- Small Aorta
- Hypoplastic Aorta
- Narrow Aorta
- Ebstein Anomaly
- Tricuspid Valve Displacement
- Congenital Tricuspid Valve Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2542: Hypoplasia of aorta
- Q225: Ebstein's anomaly
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Right Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Right-sided heart failure
- Cor pulmonale
- Right ventricular failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I50810: Right heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Which procedures does Dr. Axelrod perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Axelrod 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. Axelrod's office.
Does Dr. Axelrod accept my insurance?
Dr. Axelrod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Axelrod accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Axelrod 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
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Axelrod's office located?
What is Dr. Axelrod's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Axelrod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750317624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrod?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Axelrod
What is Dr. David Axelrod's specialty?
Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Axelrod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Axelrod is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: 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 David Axelrod accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Axelrod is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Axelrod offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Axelrod?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Axelrod have?
Dr. David Axelrod is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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