Dr. Jorge Yao, MD
Elizabeth, NJ
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Cytopathologist in Elizabeth, NJ?
Dr. Jorge Yao, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yao completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Cytopathology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology and is currently affiliated with Trinitas Hospital. Dr. Yao is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Cytopathology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Is Dr. Yao board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Yao 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. Yao. 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:
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Amniotic Sac Infection
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Chorioamnionitis
- Intra-amniotic Infection
- Infection of Fetal Membranes
- Amnionitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- O411230: Chorioamnionitis, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Yao may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Yao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Elizabeth, NJ?
Dr. Yao in Elizabeth, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
What is Dr. Yao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942211396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yao
What is Dr. Jorge Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Cytopathologist near Elizabeth, NJ.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Jorge Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital 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
When to see a Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Yao accepting new patients in Elizabeth, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Yao have?
Dr. Jorge Yao is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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