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Dr. Alan Pao, MD

Dr. Alan Pao, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pao, Nephrologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Alan Pao, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pao completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pao’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pao’s office at (650) 498-5710.

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

    • Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center - Nephrology Division CA

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals

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

    Is Dr. Pao board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Pao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pao treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pao 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. Pao. 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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Cystinuria
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Cystine Kidney Stones
    • Genetic Kidney Stone Disease
    • Cystine Transport Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • E7201: Cystinuria

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Pao perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alan Pao may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pao's office.

    Does Dr. Pao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-5710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pao accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Pao in Stanford, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Pao's office located?

    Dr. Alan Pao's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 498-5710

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    Dr. Alan Pao's Practice 2

    770 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 721-5807

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Stanford University

    Phi Beta Kappa

    Stanford University

    SPARK Scholar

    John S. Miller Award,

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Publications

    Update on the Guytonian view of hypertension.

    Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension, 2014

    Prostaglandin E2 induces chloride secretion through crosstalk between cAMP and calcium sigling

    American jourl of physiology. Cell physiology, 2014

    Fulvene-5 inhibition of dph oxidases attenuates activation of epithelial sodium channels in A6

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2013

    Novel diuretic targets

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2013

    Landscape of EC regulation in the kidney

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2012

    Prostaglandin E-2 mediates proliferation and chloride secretion in ADPKD cystic rel epithelia

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2012

    SGK regulation of rel sodium transport

    CURRENT OPINION IN NEPHROLOGY AND HYPERTENSION, 2012

    Differential effects of extracellular ATP on chloride transport in cortical collecting duct cells

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2012

    Metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance and kidney function in non-diabetic individuals

    NEPHROLOGY DIALYSIS TRANSPLANTATION, 2012

    ßPix is a New Player in Rel Physiology.

    Frontiers in physiology, 2012

    Epithelial Sodium Channel Regulation by Cell Surface-associated Serum-

    JOURL OF BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY, 2011

    Activation of P2Y(1)

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2011

    The triuretic mechanism of Gamma-Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone

    PEPTIDES, 2011

    Expression and role of serum and glucocorticoid-regulated kise 2 in the regulation of +

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2010

    Adenosine Activates A2b Receptors

    HYPERTENSION, 2010

    Melamine nephrotoxicity: an emerging epidemic in an era of globalization

    KIDNEY INTERTIOL, 2009

    NH2 terminus of serum and glucocorticoid

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2007

    Disinhibitory pathways for control of sodium transport: regulation of EC by SGK1 and GILZ

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PHYSIOLOGY-REL PHYSIOLOGY, 2006

    Serum- and glucocorticoid-regulated kise 1 regulates ubiquitin ligase neural precursor

    MOLECULAR ENDOCRINOLOGY, 2005

    SGK1: A rapid aldosterone-induced regulator of rel sodium reabsorption

    PHYSIOLOGY, 2005

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

    Dr. Pao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124057252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pao?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Pao's specialty?

    Dr. Pao is a Nephrologist near Stanford, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Pao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Pao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pao is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

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    Is Alan Pao accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Pao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Pao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pao's office at (650) 498-5710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Pao?

    Please contact Dr. Pao's office at (650) 498-5710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Pao have?

    Dr. Alan Pao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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