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Dr. James Chao, MD

Mountain View, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chao, Cardiologist in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. James Chao, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (650) 962-0242.

    What languages does Dr. Chao speak?

    Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrobasilar Artery Syndrome
    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
    • Posterior Circulation TIA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G450: Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Chao may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chao's office.

    Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 962-0242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Chao in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. James Chao's Primary Practice

    525 South Dr Ste 105

    Mountain View, CA 94040

    (650) 962-0242

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    Dr. James Chao's Practice 2

    1133 E Stanley Blvd Ste 205

    Livermore, CA 94550

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    Dr. James Chao's Practice 3

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144455940.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao

    What is Dr. James Chao's specialty?

    Dr. Chao is a Cardiologist near Mountain View, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Chao accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Chao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Chao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 962-0242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 962-0242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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