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Dr. Philip Bao, MD

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bao, Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Philip Bao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bao completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Bao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bao’s office at (305) 674-2397.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Bao board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Bao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bao treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Liver Cancer
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Cancer
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Malignant NET
    • Neuroendocrine Cancer
    • NET Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
    • GI growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate digestive mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system

    What procedures does Dr. Bao perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bao 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. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Bao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 674-2397 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bao accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Bao in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bao's office located?

    Dr. Philip Bao's Primary Practice

    11050 Parkview Circle Dr

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (305) 674-2397

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    Dr. Philip Bao's Practice 2

    817 Trail Ridge Rd

    Albion, IN 46701

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    Dr. Philip Bao's Practice 3

    4306 Alton Rd

    Miami Beach, FL 33140

    (305) 674-2397

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    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 1881735207.

    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. Philip Bao's specialty?

    Dr. Bao is a Surgeon near Fort Wayne, IN. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Bao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bao is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center - Miami Beach, FL 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 Philip Bao accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Bao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Bao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bao's office at (305) 674-2397 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Bao?

    Please contact Dr. Bao's office at (305) 674-2397 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Bao have?

    Dr. Philip Bao is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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