26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pao, Internist in Wellesley, MA?
Dr. Charles Pao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wellesley, MA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Pao completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pao’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pao’s office at (781) 943-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pao?
Dr. Charles Pao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wellesley, MA community, Dr. Pao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine | Yale-New Haven Hospital
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Pao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Pao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pao speak?
Dr. Pao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pao 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. Pao. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Rectal Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Rectum Cancer Test
- Anal Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pao typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Pao 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. Pao. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Pao accept my insurance?
Dr. Pao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 943-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pao accept in Wellesley, MA?
Dr. Pao in Wellesley, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pao's office located?
Dr. Charles Pao's Primary Practice
40 Walnut St Ste 102
Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 943-3000
Recognitions
Awards
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
What is Dr. Pao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063516573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pao
What is Dr. Charles Pao's specialty?
Dr. Pao is a Internist near Wellesley, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Pao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pao is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 Charles Pao accepting new patients in Wellesley, MA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Pao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Pao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pao's office at (781) 943-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Pao?
Please contact Dr. Pao's office at (781) 943-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Pao have?
Dr. Charles Pao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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