Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liao, Internist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Charles Liao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Liao graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Liao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liao’s office at (650) 723-6961.
Where did Dr. Liao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Liao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Liao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012
What languages does Dr. Liao speak?
Dr. Liao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Liao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Liao 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. Liao. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use
- Alcohol
- Drinking alcohol
- Alcohol consumption
- Alcohol intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1090: Alcohol use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Liao typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Liao 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. Liao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Liao accept my insurance?
Dr. Liao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-6961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liao accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Liao in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Liao's office located?
Dr. Charles Liao's Primary Practice
170 Alameda de las Pulgas
Redwood City, CA 94062
(650) 723-6961
Recognitions
Awards
David W. Rytand Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, Stanford Un
StartXMed Innovation Challenge Finalist, StartXMed
Chinese American Medical Society Summer Research Scholar, Chinese Ame
Dr. Lester Chen Memorial Scholarship, Chinese American Physician Soci
AMSA Medical Education Excellence Award, AMSA
UCSF Summer Research Grant, UCSF
I.L. Chaikoff Memorial Award, UC Berkeley
What is Dr. Liao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891001079.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liao
What is Dr. Charles Liao's specialty?
Dr. Liao is a Internist near Redwood City, 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. Charles Liao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liao is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Charles Liao accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Liao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Liao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 723-6961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Liao?
Please contact Dr. Liao's office at (650) 723-6961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Liao have?
Dr. Charles Liao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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