22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hurwitz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Melissa Hurwitz, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Hurwitz graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA. Dr. Hurwitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hurwitz’s office at (650) 853-2992.
Where did Dr. Hurwitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Palo Alto, CA | Lucile Packard Children's Hospital CA
Residency: Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hurwitz board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Hurwitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2007
What languages does Dr. Hurwitz speak?
Dr. Hurwitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Hurwitz typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hurwitz 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. Hurwitz. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Hurwitz typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Hurwitz may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hurwitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hurwitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Hurwitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hurwitz accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Hurwitz 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
California Water Service Group
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hurwitz's office located?
Dr. Melissa Hurwitz's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2992
Recognitions
Publications
Evaluation of ethanol lock therapy in pediatric patients on long-term parenteral nutrition.
, 2013
Intermediate-term outcomes after combined heart
, 2013
Impact of Immunosuppression on the Development of Epstein-Barr Virus
, 2013
Acute Liver Failure in a Pediatric Patient with Dissemited Tuberculosis
, 2011
Alysis of clinical variables associated with tolerance in pediatric liver transplant recipients
, 2010
Increased Number of Regulatory T Cells in Children With Eosinophilic Esophagitis
, 2010
Complete immunosuppressive withdrawal as a uniform approach to post
, 2004
Copper deficiency during parenteral nutrition: a report of four pediatric cases.
, 2004
What is Dr. Hurwitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hurwitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043273766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hurwitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hurwitz
What is Dr. Melissa Hurwitz's specialty?
Dr. Hurwitz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Melissa Hurwitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hurwitz is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Novato Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Marinhealth 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
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Is Melissa Hurwitz accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Hurwitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Hurwitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hurwitz's office at (650) 853-2992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Hurwitz?
Please contact Dr. Hurwitz's office at (650) 853-2992 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Hurwitz have?
Dr. Melissa Hurwitz is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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