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Dr. Qi Cao, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Parkville, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cao, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Parkville, MD?

    Dr. Qi Cao, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Parkville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cao graduated from University of Newcastle Medical School and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Cao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cao’s office at (410) 328-3477.

    Where did Dr. Cao go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Newcastle Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Cao speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cao typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cao 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. Cao. 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:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cao typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cao. 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:

    • Acupuncture Session (Initial)
    • Acupuncture Treatment
    • Electroacupuncture
    • Acupuncture
    • Needle Therapy
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
    • Acupuncture Session
    • Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
    • E-Stim Acupuncture
    • Needle Therapy with Electricity
    • Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
    • Acupuncture for Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
    • 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
    • 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
    • 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Does Dr. Cao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-3477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cao accept in Parkville, MD?

    Dr. Cao in Parkville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cao's office located?

    Dr. Qi Cao's Primary Practice

    7818 Beverly Ave

    Parkville, MD 21234

    (410) 328-3477

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    Dr. Qi Cao's Practice 2

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Qi Cao's Practice 3

    5 Garrett Ave

    La Plata, MD 20646

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

    Dr. Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396072575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cao?

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

    What is Dr. Qi Cao's specialty?

    Dr. Cao is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Parkville, MD.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Qi Cao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cao is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Greater Baltimore Medical Center 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Qi Cao accepting new patients in Parkville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Qi Cao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Qi Cao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (410) 328-3477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Qi Cao?

    Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (410) 328-3477 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cao's office located?

    Dr. Cao's offices are located in Parkville, MD, Baltimore, MD, and La Plata, MD.