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Dr. Karen Chao, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Karen Chao, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (650) 497-8953.
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Nasopharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C119: Malignant neoplasm of nasopharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
- Abnormal Blood Mineral Levels
- Blood
- Coagulation Disorder
- Blood Clotting Problem
- Abnormal PT/INR
- Mineral Imbalance in Blood
- Electrolyte Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Mineral Count
ICD-10 Codes:
- R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
- R790: Abnormal level of blood mineral
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hepatoblastoma
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood liver cancer
- Embryonal liver cancer
- Malignant hepatoblastoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C222: Hepatoblastoma
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Counts from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Bleeding and Bruising (Thromobocytopenia) and Cancer Treatment
- Chemo-induced Pancytopenia
- Chemotherapy-related Bone Marrow Suppression
- Low blood cells after cancer treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61810: Antineoplastic chemotherapy induced pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Right Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Cysts
- Benign right ovarian tumor
- Right ovarian mass
- Non-cancerous right ovarian growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D270: Benign neoplasm of right ovary
Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Chao may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chao's office.
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8953 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chao in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
North East Medical Services
Other Health Care Provider
Partnership Health Plan
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
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 1194187104.
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. Karen Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Karen Chao accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 497-8953 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 497-8953 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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