23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cao, Adult Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Khoa Cao, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Cao graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Family Medicine. Dr. Cao is fluent in English, German, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cao’s office at (281) 484-0449.
Where did Dr. Cao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Family Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Cao board certified as an Adult Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Khoa Cao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cao speak?
Dr. Cao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Cao treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cao 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. Cao. 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.
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Haemophilus Infection
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
- Haemophilus bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
- J201: Acute bronchitis due to Hemophilus influenzae
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Cao perform as an Adult Medicine Specialist?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Khoa Cao may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cao's office.
Does Dr. Cao accept my insurance?
Dr. Cao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 484-0449 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cao accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cao in Houston, 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
Centene
Community Health Choice
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
MedImpact
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cao's office located?
Dr. Khoa Cao's Primary Practice
11034 Scarsdale Blvd Ste B
Houston, TX 77089
(281) 484-0449
What is Dr. Cao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982702031.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cao
What is Dr. Khoa Cao's specialty?
Dr. Cao is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one. Contact Dr. Cao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Khoa Cao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cao is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast 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
Where can I learn more about Adult Medicine Specialist?
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Is Khoa Cao accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Khoa Cao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khoa Cao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (281) 484-0449 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khoa Cao?
Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (281) 484-0449 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khoa Cao have?
Dr. Khoa Cao is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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