29 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Okonski, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Fernando Okonski, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Okonski graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Okonski is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonski’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonski’s office at (408) 558-2100.
Where did Dr. Okonski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Stanford University Hospital | Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Okonski board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Okonski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Okonski speak?
Dr. Okonski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Okonski typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Okonski 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. Okonski. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Okonski typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Okonski 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. Okonski. 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:
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Okonski accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 558-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonski accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Okonski 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okonski's office located?
What is Dr. Okonski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okonski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093748105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonski
What is Dr. Fernando Okonski's specialty?
Dr. Okonski is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Fernando Okonski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okonski is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Good Samaritan Hospital - San Jose, CA. 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
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Is Fernando Okonski accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Okonski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Okonski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okonski's office at (408) 558-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Okonski?
Please contact Dr. Okonski's office at (408) 558-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Okonski have?
Dr. Fernando Okonski is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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