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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiao, Otolaryngologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Whitney Chiao, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chiao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiao’s office at (650) 853-2952.
What languages does Dr. Chiao speak?
Dr. Chiao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chiao typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chiao 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. Chiao. 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:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chiao typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chiao 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. Chiao. 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:
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Chiao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2952 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiao accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chiao in Palo Alto, 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chiao's office located?
Dr. Whitney Chiao's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2952
What is Dr. Chiao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316500101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiao
What is Dr. Whitney Chiao's specialty?
Dr. Chiao is a Otolaryngologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Whitney Chiao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiao is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Whitney Chiao accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Chiao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Whitney Chiao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiao's office at (650) 853-2952 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Whitney Chiao?
Please contact Dr. Chiao's office at (650) 853-2952 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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