Dr. Christine Chao, MD
Crescent City, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Crescent City, CA?
Dr. Christine Chao, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Crescent City, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Chao completed her residency at Mayo Clinic. She is a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology American College of Radiology Radiological Society of North Am and Professional Organizations:. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (916) 733-4400.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Clinic | Stanford Hospital & Clinics | Mayo Clinic
Is Dr. Chao board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
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 Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Chao may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
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 (916) 733-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Crescent City, CA?
Dr. Chao in Crescent City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Christine Chao's Primary Practice
800 E Washington Blvd
Crescent City, CA 95531
(916) 733-4400
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Society of Interventional Radiology American College of Radiology Radiological Society of North Am
Member
Professional Organizations:
Member
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 1245213529.
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. Christine Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Crescent City, CA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Christine Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Mercy General Hospital, Mercy San Juan 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
When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christine Chao accepting new patients in Crescent City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (916) 733-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (916) 733-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Chao have?
Dr. Christine Chao is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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