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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Patrick Yao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (310) 206-8000.
Is Dr. Yao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Yao 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. Yao. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Patrick Yao may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Yao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Yao in Santa Monica, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
Dr. Patrick Yao's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 206-8000
What is Dr. Yao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235159377.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yao
What is Dr. Patrick Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Patrick Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Patrick Yao accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (310) 206-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (310) 206-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Yao have?
Dr. Patrick Yao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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