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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Sonali Rao, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (714) 456-7004.
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Low Blood Volume Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
- Hypovolemic Shock
- Hemorrhagic Shock
- Fluid Loss Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
- R571: Hypovolemic shock
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonali Rao may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-7004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Rao in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rao affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Uci Medical Center,Orange, CA
Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Uci Medical Center,Orange, CA
Ranked Urologic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
West Anaheim Medical Center,Anaheim, CA
West Anaheim Medical Center,Anaheim, CA
Desert Regional Medical Center,Palm Springs, CA
Desert Regional Medical Center,Palm Springs, CA
Orange Coast Medical Center,Fountain Valley, CA
Orange Coast Medical Center,Fountain Valley, CA
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154734572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Sonali Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Orange, CA.
What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?
A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.
Is Dr. Sonali Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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
When to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Sonali Rao accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sonali Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonali Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (714) 456-7004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sonali Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (714) 456-7004 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Rao's office is located in Orange, CA.
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