20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Anesthesiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Alexander Kao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Kao completed his residency at University of California At San Francisco. Dr. Kao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (510) 540-4444.
Where did Dr. Kao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California At San Francisco
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kao 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. Kao. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy
- Unspecified Gestational Age
- Unknown Pregnancy Duration
- Undetermined Weeks Pregnant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Kao may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 540-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Kao in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kao's Primary Practice
365 Lennon Ln Ste 100
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(510) 540-4444
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669485397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kao
What is Dr. Alexander Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Anesthesiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Kao accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (510) 540-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (510) 540-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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