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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Joshua Chao is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (310) 267-7838.
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Chao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chao. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroid Gland Transplant
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
- Parathyroid Autograft
- Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
- Parathyroid Reimplantation
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
- 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Adrenalectomy
- Adrenal Gland Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Adrenal Gland Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 60650: Laparoscopy, surgical, with adrenalectomy, partial or complete, or exploration of adrenal gland with or without biopsy, transabdominal, lumbar or dorsal
Also known as:
- Thymus Gland Removal (Neck Approach)
- Transcervical Thymectomy
- Partial Thymectomy
- Total Thymectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60520: Thymectomy, partial or total; transcervical approach (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-7838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chao in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Joshua Chao's Primary Practice
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 267-7838
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124557251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao
What is Dr. Joshua Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Joshua Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Glens Falls 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
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Is Joshua Chao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (310) 267-7838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (310) 267-7838 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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