
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cho, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Shaun Cho, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cho graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (650) 853-2975.
Where did Dr. Cho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Hospital University of Pennsylvania | Hospital University of Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Cho board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Shaun Cho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Cho typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Cho performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cho. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Cho in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
What is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689604241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Shaun Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Shaun Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist. 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 Shaun Cho accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shaun Cho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaun Cho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (650) 853-2975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaun Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (650) 853-2975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shaun Cho have?
Dr. Shaun Cho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist Near Palo Alto, CA

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Dr. Girish Narayan, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Palo Alto, CA

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Dr. Sung Chun, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified.
Palo Alto, CA

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Dr. Matthew Levy, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified.
San Jose, CA