Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Susan Kao, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kao graduated from University of California and completed her residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (510) 204-6401.
Where did Dr. Kao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Kao board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Kao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kao 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. Kao. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
- Preleukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C946: Myelodysplastic disease, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kao 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. Kao. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-6401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kao in South San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Susan Kao's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(510) 204-6401
What hospitals are Dr. Kao affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center,South San Francisco, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Weight Loss Surgery
Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center,South San Francisco, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Weight Loss Surgery
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CARanked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396823167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kao
What is Dr. Susan Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near South San Francisco, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is Dr. Susan Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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
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Is Dr. Susan Kao accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (510) 204-6401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Susan Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (510) 204-6401 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Kao's offices are located in South San Francisco, CA, Pleasant Hill, CA, and Berkeley, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Kao have?
Dr. Susan Kao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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