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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Surgeon in Orange, CA?
Dr. Jeffrey Chao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (714) 634-5549.
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 Surgeon like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Diffuse Brain Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Widespread Brain Damage
- Severe Head Injury
- Diffuse Axonal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S062X9A: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Injury
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stomach Area Injury
- Belly Trauma
- Abdominal Wall Damage
- Internal Organ Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S3991XA: Unspecified injury of abdomen, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S298XXA: Other specified injuries of thorax, initial encounter
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Chao may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (714) 634-5549 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Chao in Orange, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1164515995.
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. Jeffrey Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Surgeon near Orange, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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 Jeffrey Chao accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (714) 634-5549 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (714) 634-5549 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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