Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. David Yao, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Yao completed his residency at Baylor College Of Med. 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 (713) 790-0841.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College Of Med
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine,Lubbock, Tx, United States
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Yao 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. 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:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 790-0841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Yao in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
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 1740440973.
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. David Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. David Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Christus Highland Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land 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 David Yao accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (713) 790-0841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (713) 790-0841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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