Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhao, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Yongdong Zhao, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Zhao graduated from Purdue University. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English, Chinese, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (206) 987-2000.
Where did Dr. Zhao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Rheumatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia
Medical School: Purdue University
Is Dr. Zhao board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Yongdong Zhao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?
Dr. Zhao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Zhao typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Long-term Bone Infection
- Persistent Bone Infection
- Infected Bone
- Infected bone
- Chronic bone infection
- Bone infection in multiple places
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8660: Other chronic osteomyelitis, unspecified site
- M8630: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Zhao typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Zhao in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Microsoft
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Research Poster winner Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
ACR State-of-the-Art Clinical Symposium Travel Grant American College
The Norma H. Compton Outstanding Doctoral Student Award Purdue Univer
Young Investigator Award American Society for Clinical Nutrition
P&G Graduate Student Research Award American Society of Nutrition Sci
What is Dr. Zhao's NPI number?An 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 1598930471.
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. Yongdong Zhao's specialty?
Dr. Zhao is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Yongdong Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus 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 Yongdong Zhao accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Yongdong Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yongdong Zhao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yongdong Zhao?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yongdong Zhao have?
Dr. Yongdong Zhao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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