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Who is Dr. Yao, Physiatrist in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Elisa Yao, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Yao completed her residency at University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Holistic Medical Association. Dr. Yao is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 at (916) 379-2915.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF CA DAVIS SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Yao board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Elisa Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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.
Also known as:
- Hemiplegia
- Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- One-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis
- Partial paralysis on one side
- Right-sided paralysis
- Right dominant hemiplegia
- Weakness on right side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8194: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting left nondominant side
- G8191: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Elisa Yao may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (916) 379-2915 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Yao in Mountain View, 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
Sutter Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
Dr. Elisa Yao's Primary Practice
530 Showers Dr Ste 7-212
Mountain View, CA 94040
(916) 379-2915
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Holistic Medical Association
Member
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 1164681938.
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. Elisa Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Physiatrist near Mountain View, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Elisa Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Good Samaritan Hospital - San Jose. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Elisa Yao accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elisa Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elisa Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (916) 379-2915 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elisa Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (916) 379-2915 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elisa Yao have?
Dr. Elisa Yao is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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