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Who is Dr. Liao, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Yaping Liao, MD, PHD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Liao graduated from University of California. Dr. Liao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liao’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Liao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF - Ophthalmology CA
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Liao board certified as a Neuro-ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Yaping Liao, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2005
What languages does Dr. Liao speak?
Dr. Liao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Liao typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Liao 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. Liao. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Damage from Lack of Blood Flow
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
- Eye Stroke
- AION
- Optic Nerve Infarction
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47019: Ischemic optic neuropathy, unspecified eye
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Liao typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Liao 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. Liao. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Liao accept my insurance?
Dr. Liao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liao accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Liao in Stanford, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Liao's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Career Award in Biomedical Sciences, Burroughs Wellcome Foundation
Office of Diversity and Leadership
McCormick Faculty Award
Center for Biomedical Imaging at Stanford
Grant Award
Weston Havens Foundation
Grant Award
Stanford University Vice Provost Undergraduate Research Faculty Grant
North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
Young Investigator Award
National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Stroke
K08 Award
American Academy of Neurology
S. Weir Mitchell Award
Dean's Prize in Research,
University of California, San Francisco
What is Dr. Liao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497711832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liao
What is Dr. Yaping Liao's specialty?
Dr. Liao is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Stanford, CA.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is this Dr. Yaping Liao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liao is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yaping Liao accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yaping Liao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yaping Liao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yaping Liao?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yaping Liao have?
Dr. Yaping Liao is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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