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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Hospitalist in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Dr. Leo Kao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lakewood Ranch, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (941) 224-3786.
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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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 Hospitalist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Leo Kao may include:
Please contact Dr. Kao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 224-3786 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Dr. Kao in Lakewood Ranch, FL 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
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Leo Kao's Primary Practice
9015 Town Center Pkwy Unit 112
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 224-3786
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 1013385830.
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. Leo Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Hospitalist near Lakewood Ranch, FL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Leo Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leo Kao accepting new patients in Lakewood Ranch, FL?
Yes, Dr. Leo Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leo Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (941) 224-3786 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leo Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (941) 224-3786 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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