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Who is Dr. Yao, Plastic Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Caroline Yao, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Yao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (626) 389-9300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yao?
Dr. Caroline Yao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Blepharoplasty, Cleft Palate/Lip, Cosmetic Surgery, Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty), Pediatric & Adult Plastic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pasadena/CA community, Dr. Yao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
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 Dr. Yao treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Extra Ear Tag
- Misshapen Ear at Birth
- Small or Undeveloped Ear
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Accessory Tragus
- Preauricular Tag
- Skin Tag on Ear
- Ear Deformity
- Congenital Ear Malformation
- Abnormal Ear Shape
- Microtia Ear Deformity
- Congenital Small Ear
- Ear Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q170: Accessory auricle
- Q173: Other misshapen ear
- Q172: Microtia
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Congenital Birthmark
- Other Skin Disorder
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Nevus at birth
- Mole at birth
- Congenital melanocytic nevus
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
Also known as:
- Other Ear Birth Defects
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Ear Disorder
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Tongue Disorder
- Congenital Ear Abnormalities
- Ear Malformations at Birth
- Unusual Ear Defects
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q178: Other specified congenital malformations of ear
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Mole on Face
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Facial nevus
- Birthmark on face
- Facial spot
- Beauty mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face
Also known as:
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Protruding Ears
- Ear Birth Defect
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Ear Disorder
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Prominent Ear
- Bat Ears
- Sticking Out Ears
- Congenital Ear Anomaly
- Ear Malformation at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q175: Prominent ear
- Q179: Congenital malformation of ear, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Yao perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Caroline Yao may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yao's office.
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 389-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Yao in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Network Medical Management
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
Dr. Caroline Yao's Primary Practice
909 S Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 389-9300
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 1790041697.
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. Caroline Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Plastic Surgeon near Pasadena, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Yao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Caroline Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Caroline Yao accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (626) 389-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (626) 389-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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