17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Tom Yao, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Yao graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Yao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (502) 583-1697.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yao treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Spasm
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Vasospasm
- Brain Artery Spasm
- Blood Vessel Narrowing in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I67848: Other cerebrovascular vasospasm and vasoconstriction
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 583-1697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Yao in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
Dr. Tom Yao's Primary Practice
210 E Gray St Ste 1105
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 583-1697
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 1235286113.
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. Tom Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Neurosurgeon near Louisville, KY. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Yao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tom Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Norton Brownsboro Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Tom Yao accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Tom Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tom Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (502) 583-1697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tom Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (502) 583-1697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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