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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Hospitalist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Bianca Kao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (909) 558-4147.
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kao 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. Kao. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Bianca Kao may include:
Please contact Dr. Kao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-4147 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Kao in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Mercy Care
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851032114.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kao
What is Dr. Bianca Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Hospitalist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Bianca Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Canyon Vista Medical Center, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bianca Kao accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Bianca Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bianca Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (909) 558-4147 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bianca Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (909) 558-4147 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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