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Dr. Faye Gao, MD, PHD

Leonardtown, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gao, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Leonardtown, MD?

    Dr. Faye Gao, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Leonardtown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Gao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gao’s office at (202) 877-5256.

    Is Dr. Gao board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Faye Gao, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Gao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gao treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Gao 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. Gao. 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:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma of uterus
    • Myoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Uterine leiomyoma
    • Leiomyoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Sac Infection
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Chorioamnionitis
    • Intra-amniotic Infection
    • Infection of Fetal Membranes
    • Amnionitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O411231: Chorioamnionitis, third trimester, fetus 1

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8621: Heart transplant rejection

    Also known as:

    • Cesarean Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Does Dr. Gao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-5256 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gao accept in Leonardtown, MD?

    Dr. Gao in Leonardtown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Services for Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

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    Where is Dr. Gao's office located?

    Dr. Faye Gao's Primary Practice

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

    (202) 877-5256

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    Dr. Faye Gao's Practice 2

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 200

    Rockville, MD 20854

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    Dr. Faye Gao's Practice 3

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

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    What is Dr. Gao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326204561.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gao?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gao

    What is Dr. Faye Gao's specialty?

    Dr. Gao is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Leonardtown, MD. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Gao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Faye Gao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gao is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Faye Gao accepting new patients in Leonardtown, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Faye Gao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faye Gao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (202) 877-5256 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Faye Gao?

    Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (202) 877-5256 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Faye Gao have?

    Dr. Faye Gao is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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