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Dr. Deardre Chao, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Barstow, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chao, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Barstow, CA?

    Dr. Deardre Chao, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Barstow, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (760) 256-1761.

    Is Dr. Chao board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Deardre Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chao speak?

    Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chao typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chao typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deardre Chao may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 256-1761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Barstow, CA?

    Dr. Chao in Barstow, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Deardre Chao's Primary Practice

    820 E Mountain View St

    Barstow, CA 92311

    (760) 256-1761

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    What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?A 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 1770696395.

    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. Deardre Chao's specialty?

    Dr. Chao is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Barstow, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Deardre Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Deardre Chao accepting new patients in Barstow, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Deardre Chao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deardre Chao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (760) 256-1761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deardre Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (760) 256-1761 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Chao's office is located in Barstow, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deardre Chao have?

    Dr. Deardre Chao is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.