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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asao, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Dr. Shunei Asao, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South Lake Tahoe, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Asao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asao’s office at (801) 581-2272.
What languages does Dr. Asao speak?
Dr. Asao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Asao treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asao 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. Asao. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Asao perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shunei Asao may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asao's office.
Does Dr. Asao accept my insurance?
Dr. Asao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 581-2272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asao accept in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Dr. Asao in South Lake Tahoe, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Renown Health / Hometown Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Asao's office located?
Dr. Shunei Asao's Primary Practice
2170 South Ave
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(801) 581-2272
What is Dr. Asao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902461072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asao
What is Dr. Shunei Asao's specialty?
Dr. Asao is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near South Lake Tahoe, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Asao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shunei Asao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asao is affiliated with Carson Valley Health Hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, UC Davis Medical 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
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Is Shunei Asao accepting new patients in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shunei Asao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shunei Asao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asao's office at (801) 581-2272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shunei Asao?
Please contact Dr. Asao's office at (801) 581-2272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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