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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Nephrologist in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Pauline Chao, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Norwood, MA. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Chao completed her residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Nephrology; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (781) 762-4199.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Nephrology; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chao board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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 Nephrologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Pauline Chao may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 762-4199 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Chao in Norwood, MA 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 Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
Stantec
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073665873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao
What is Dr. Pauline Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Nephrologist near Norwood, MA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Pauline Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton, Concord Hospital – Laconia 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pauline Chao accepting new patients in Norwood, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pauline Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (781) 762-4199 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pauline Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (781) 762-4199 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pauline Chao have?
Dr. Pauline Chao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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