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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Jelena Kao, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Slavic languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (650) 341-9131.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kao?
Dr. Jelena Kao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bleeding/Coagulation Disorders, Leukemia & Lymphoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pleasant Hill/CA community, Dr. Kao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Slavic languages
What conditions does Dr. Kao treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Which procedures does Dr. Kao perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jelena Kao may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kao's office.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 341-9131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Kao in Pleasant Hill, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Jelena Kao's Primary Practice
2675 Pleasant Hill Rd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(650) 341-9131
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 1932242062.
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. Jelena Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Pleasant Hill, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Kao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jelena Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sequoia 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
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Is Jelena Kao accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jelena Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jelena Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (650) 341-9131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jelena Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (650) 341-9131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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