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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 1 additional practice location. 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, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Bao typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Bao typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
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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
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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
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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