29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Tiao, Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Gregory Tiao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Tiao completed his residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Tiao is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tiao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tiao’s office at (513) 636-4371.
Where did Dr. Tiao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Children's Hospital Of L A
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Tiao board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Tiao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tiao speak?
Dr. Tiao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
French
German
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tiao typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tiao 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. Tiao. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Hepatoblastoma
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood liver cancer
- Embryonal liver cancer
- Malignant hepatoblastoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C222: Hepatoblastoma
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tiao typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tiao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tiao. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Tiao accept my insurance?
Dr. Tiao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tiao accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Tiao in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tiao's office located?
What is Dr. Tiao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tiao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083794036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tiao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tiao
What is Dr. Gregory Tiao's specialty?
Dr. Tiao is a Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH.
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. Gregory Tiao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tiao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gregory Tiao accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Tiao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Tiao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tiao's office at (513) 636-4371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Tiao?
Please contact Dr. Tiao's office at (513) 636-4371 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Tiao have?
Dr. Gregory Tiao is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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