24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Urologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Daniel Yao, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Yao graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Med Center. Dr. Yao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (650) 321-4121.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cornell Univ. Medical College
Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Med Center | Cornell Univ. Medical College | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Yao board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
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 Urologist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As an Urologist, 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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Bladder Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Bladder Disease
- Bladder Neoplasm
- Bladder Growth
- Unspecified Bladder Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D494: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bladder
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Yao 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. 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:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Bladder Stone Removal
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
- Litholapaxy
- Bladder Stone Crushing
- Cystolitholapaxy
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
- 52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Urethra Widening Surgery
- Internal Urethrotomy
- Cystourethroscopy with Urethrotomy
- Urethral Stricture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 52276: Cystourethroscopy with direct vision internal urethrotomy
Also known as:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Yao in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
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 1619048972.
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. Daniel Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Urologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is this Dr. Daniel Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Novato Community Hospital, Eden Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Los Banos 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 Daniel Yao accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Yao have?
Dr. Daniel Yao is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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