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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bao, Hospitalist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Lihua Bao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bao is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bao’s office at (608) 262-2398.
What languages does Dr. Bao speak?
Dr. Bao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bao treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bao 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. Bao. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Which procedures does Dr. Bao perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Lihua Bao may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bao's office.
Does Dr. Bao accept my insurance?
Dr. Bao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 262-2398 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bao accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Bao in Madison, WI 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
Care Wisconsin Health Plan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
Community Care Plan
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
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Where is Dr. Bao's office located?
What is Dr. Bao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114306396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bao
What is Dr. Lihua Bao's specialty?
Dr. Bao is a Hospitalist near Madison, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Bao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lihua Bao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bao is affiliated with UW Health University 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Lihua Bao accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Lihua Bao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lihua Bao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bao's office at (608) 262-2398 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lihua Bao?
Please contact Dr. Bao's office at (608) 262-2398 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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