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Dr. Ken Zhao, MD

Surgeon, Diagnostic Radiologist

Middletown, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhao, Surgeon in Middletown, NJ?

    Dr. Ken Zhao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Middletown, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (212) 263-5506.

    What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Zhao typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Liver Disease
    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Zhao typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
    • Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
    • Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
    • Abdominal Needle Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)

    Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in Middletown, NJ?

    Dr. Zhao in Middletown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?

    Dr. Ken Zhao's Primary Practice

    480 Red Hill Rd

    Middletown, NJ 07748

    (212) 263-5506

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    Dr. Ken Zhao's Practice 2

    500 Westchester Ave

    West Harrison, NY 10604

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    Dr. Ken Zhao's Practice 3

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

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

    Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386034072.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?

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

    What is Dr. Ken Zhao's specialty?

    Dr. Zhao is a Surgeon near Middletown, NJ.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Ken Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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 Dr. Ken Zhao accepting new patients in Middletown, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Ken Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ken Zhao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (212) 263-5506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ken Zhao?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (212) 263-5506 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?

    Dr. Zhao's offices are located in Middletown, NJ, West Harrison, NY, and New York, NY.