35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gao, Pediatrician in Edison, NJ?
Dr. Patricia Gao, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Edison, NJ. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Gao completed her residency at Ny Medical College, Pediatrics. Dr. Gao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gao’s office at (732) 744-0077.
Where did Dr. Gao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Pediatrics | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Beijing Med University
Is Dr. Gao board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Gao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gao speak?
Dr. Gao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gao typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gao typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Gao may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Gao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gao accept my insurance?
Dr. Gao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 744-0077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gao accept in Edison, NJ?
Dr. Gao in Edison, 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)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
State of New Jersey
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Where is Dr. Gao's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Gao affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gao's NPI number?A 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 1912945122.
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. Patricia Gao's specialty?
Dr. Gao is a Pediatrician near Edison, NJ.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Patricia Gao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gao is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Patricia Gao accepting new patients in Edison, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Gao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Gao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (732) 744-0077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia Gao?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (732) 744-0077 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gao's office located?
Dr. Gao's office is located in Edison, NJ.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patricia Gao have?
Dr. Patricia Gao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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