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Who is Dr. Kao, Physiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Daniel Kao, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (919) 923-4820.
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 Dr. Kao treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Knee Ache
- Knee Discomfort
- Sore Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25569: Pain in unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Bilateral Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Bilateral Radial Nerve Damage
- Lateral Popliteal Nerve Damage
- Lower Limb Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Ulnar Neuropathy in Both Arms
- Both Elbow Nerve Pain
- Bilateral Funny Bone Injury
- Radial Neuropathy in Both Arms
- Both Wrist Drop
- Bilateral Forearm Nerve Injury
- Common Peroneal Nerve Damage
- Foot Drop Nerve Damage
- Lower Limb Mononeuropathy
- Leg Nerve Damage
- Single Nerve Disorder in Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5623: Lesion of ulnar nerve, bilateral upper limbs
- G5633: Lesion of radial nerve, bilateral upper limbs
- G5731: Lesion of lateral popliteal nerve, right lower limb
- G5793: Unspecified mononeuropathy of bilateral lower limbs
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Which procedures does Dr. Kao perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Kao may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kao's office.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 923-4820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kao in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Daniel Kao?
Dr. Kao has appointments available at his New York, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?An 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 1124466073.
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. Daniel Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Physiatrist near New York, NY. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Kao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kao 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 Daniel Kao accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Kao offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kao, or call (919) 923-4820 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (919) 923-4820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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