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Who is Dr. Cahan, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Heather Cahan, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cahan graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed her residency at Ucla Sch Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Cahan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cahan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cahan’s office at (650) 328-8385.
Where did Dr. Cahan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Cahan board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Cahan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Cahan speak?
Dr. Cahan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cahan treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cahan 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. Cahan. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infantile Eczema
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Baby eczema
- Childhood atopic dermatitis
- Infant skin rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colic
- Abdominal Pain
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant colic
- Belly pain in babies
- Severe abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1083: Colic
Which procedures does Dr. Cahan perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Cahan may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cahan's office.
Does Dr. Cahan accept my insurance?
Dr. Cahan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 328-8385 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cahan accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Cahan 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
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthNow New York
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cahan's office located?
What is Dr. Cahan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cahan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053395343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cahan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cahan
What is Dr. Heather Cahan's specialty?
Dr. Cahan is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Cahan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Cahan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cahan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Heather Cahan accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Cahan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Cahan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cahan's office at (650) 328-8385 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Cahan?
Please contact Dr. Cahan's office at (650) 328-8385 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Cahan have?
Dr. Heather Cahan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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