Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Laren S. Becker

Gastroenterology
Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic At Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
420 Broadway St, 
Redwood City, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
3
conditions
Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic At Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
420 Broadway St, 
Redwood City, CA 

Overview

Laren Becker is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California.

Dr. Becker is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Viral Gastroenteritis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 29 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Plan of San Mateo
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Valley Health
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic at Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
420 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA 94063

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

29 Total Publications

Methane Trajectory Phenotypes on Glucose Breath Testing Are Associated With Slow Colonic Transit: A Group-Based Trajectory Modeling Analysis.
Methane Trajectory Phenotypes on Glucose Breath Testing Are Associated With Slow Colonic Transit: A Group-Based Trajectory Modeling Analysis.
Journal: Neurogastroenterology and motility
Published: June 08, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laren S. Becker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laren S. Becker?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Laren S. Becker by calling their office at 650-736-5555. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Laren S. Becker a top-rated expert for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laren S. Becker is classified as an Advanced expert for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Laren S. Becker specialize in?

While Dr. Laren S. Becker is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Viral Gastroenteritis, and Bowel Incontinence. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Laren S. Becker participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Laren S. Becker has published 29 articles and abstracts on conditions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). You can view a list of Dr. Laren S. Becker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Laren S. Becker accept my insurance?

Dr. Laren S. Becker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-736-5555 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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