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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Cardiologist in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Joseph Chao, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Chao graduated from National Taiwan University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (650) 962-0242.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine | Hines Va Hosp/Loyola U Med | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan | College of Medicine / National Taiwan University | National Taiwan University College of Medicine
Is Dr. Chao board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Vertebrobasilar Artery Syndrome
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
- Posterior Circulation TIA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G450: Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Chao may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (650) 962-0242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Chao in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Joseph Chao's Primary Practice
525 South Dr Ste 105
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 962-0242
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 1992891493.
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. Joseph Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Cardiologist near Mountain View, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Joseph Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Chao accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 962-0242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 962-0242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Chao have?
Dr. Joseph Chao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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