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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liao, Hospitalist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Yungting Liao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Liao completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Liao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liao’s office at (650) 497-8800.
Where did Dr. Liao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Liao board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Yungting Liao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Liao speak?
Dr. Liao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Liao typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Liao 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. Liao. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Liao typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Yungting Liao may include:
Please contact Dr. Liao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Liao accept my insurance?
Dr. Liao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liao accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Liao in Walnut Creek, 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
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Liao's office located?
Dr. Yungting Liao's Primary Practice
1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(650) 497-8800
What is Dr. Liao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780696039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liao
What is Dr. Yungting Liao's specialty?
Dr. Liao is a Hospitalist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Yungting Liao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liao is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yungting Liao accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yungting Liao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yungting Liao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 497-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yungting Liao?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 497-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yungting Liao have?
Dr. Yungting Liao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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