--- title: "Dr. Naveen S. Mahmood | Pediatrician in San Carlos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Naveen S. Mahmood, M.D., MPH, FAAP practices Pediatrics in San Carlos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-naveen-s-mahmood-1046240964" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Naveen S. Mahmood, M.D., MPH, FAAP ![Naveen S. Mahmood, M.D., MPH, FAAP](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/VwtLcLR5rcNU48BT8TKhDhbsr4qC1YsqW8Pd-2I0cDM/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(47 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Naveen S. Mahmood, M.D., MPH, FAAP ## Pediatrics - Accepting new patients [301 Industrial RoadLevel 1San Carlos, CA 94070](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-naveen-s-mahmood-1046240964#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-naveen-s-mahmood-1046240964#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-naveen-s-mahmood-1046240964#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-naveen-s-mahmood-1046240964#provider-services) ## About Dr. Mahmood Languages English, Hindi, Spanish, Punjabi, and Urdu Gender Female Ages treated Children under 18 Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care Dr. Naveen Mahmood has lived in the Bay Area since her early teens. It is incredibly satisfying for her to work in the community where she grew up, raised her own family, and is now helping to raise her grandchildren. She feels very fortunate to travel internationally each year to provide volunteer medical care in underprivileged regions of the world. While these practice settings differ greatly, she finds the same deep satisfaction in caring for patients—especially children—supporting families in decision-making, and respecting their choices. Having been a parent before becoming a pediatrician reminds her that parents know their children best, and that their voices are essential. She views her role as a partnership with both parents and patients as they navigate some of the most important and formative years of life. ### Professional highlights American Academy of Pediatrics, California Medical Association, San Mateo County Medical Association, Clinical Faculty Stanford-Resident Teaching and Mentoring, Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, Commissioner - First 5 San Mateo County - supporting initiatives for the promotion of wellness in children ages 0-5. She attended Mercy High School in Burlingame and graduated from Stanford University with an undergraduate degree in biological sciences, earning honors and distinction. She received her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and her Master of Science in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley. She completed her residency in pediatrics at UCSF. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Mahmood enjoys traveling, physical fitness, and spending quality time with 4 generations of family members, including her 2 grandchildren. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of California, San Francisco **Residency:** University of California, San Francisco **Special training:** Master of Science in Public Health and Epidemiology, University of California, Berkeley; Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (with honors), Stanford University ## Board certifications - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [San Carlos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/san-carlos-center-1043246914) 301 Industrial Road Level 1 San Carlos, CA 94070 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) [650-596-4000](tel:+16505964000) 650-551-7042 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday Closed Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday Closed Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Parenting Counseling - Vaccination Counseling ### Conditions - Allergic rhinitis - [Asthma](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/asthma) - Breastfeeding - Eczema - Esophoria - Multiple Births ### Reasons for visit - Alternative Medicine - Appropriate antibiotic use - Child Development - Community Education - Early Childhood Development - Evidence-Based Medicine - Healthy Lifestyle - Integrative medicine - [Newborn Care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/newborn-and-baby-care) - Preventive Medicine - [Well Child Exam](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/well-child-care) ## Related services offered by Sutter - 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