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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Rheumatologist in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Chen Chao, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (806) 353-7000.
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chen Chao may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Chao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 353-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Chao in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780200816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao
What is Dr. Chen Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Rheumatologist near Amarillo, TX.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Chen Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical 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 Chen Chao accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chen Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chen Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (806) 353-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chen Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (806) 353-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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