Dr. Katherine Yao
Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist
,Physiatrist
,Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Katherine Yao is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical Center where she treats a wide range of sports injuries and musculoskeletal disorders in adults, children, adolescents. ?She is trained in modern non-operative diagnostics and therapies including ultrasound guided injections, ultrasound guided tenotomies, platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) injections, Tenex, prolotherapy, and other state of the art regenerative medicine interventions.Dr. Yao graduated college from Yale University, earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Columbia and Cornell Medical Centers (New York Presbyterian Hospital), and completed Sports Medicine subspecialty fellowship at Harvard University?s Boston Children?s Hospital.At Boston Children?s Hospital, Dr. Yao worked closely with dancers and musicians at the Boston Ballet, Boston Conservatory, Boston Arts Academy, and Berklee College of Music. ?She served as the team physician for Northeastern University?s Division I Women?s Hockey team and Middlesex High School?s football team.Dr. Yao competed as a gymnast at the junior Olympic level and earned several Academic All-American titles on Yale University?s NCAA Division I team. Her experience as an elite student athlete complements her medical training to help her compassionately guide young athletes in managing unique lifestyle demands and challenges.? She is currently a National Team Physician for USA Gymnastics and is the head physician for Alvin Ailey Dance School.Dr. Yao?s research focuses on the effects of sports on young athletes.? She has written several book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles about sports injuries, regenerative medicine and sports competition rules.? With her personal background in competitive sports and injury recovery, Dr. Yao truly understands the obstacles that athletes of all ages face and the challenges of recovery.? She believes that patients should be treated holistically and works as a team with her patients to help them return to doing what they love.Dr. Yao has been honored as a?Super Doctors?New York?Rising Star,?which represents the top New York doctors in more than 30 specialties that have been fully licensed for 10 years or less.?
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yao 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. Yao. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
What procedures does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yao 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. Yao. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
- Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow
- Tennis Elbow Surgery
- Golfer's Elbow Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous
Also known as:
- Shoulder Tendon Release
- Shoulder Tenotomy
- Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
- Shoulder Tendon Cutting
- Rotator Cuff Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Yao in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
Rehabilitation Medicine at NYP/Lower Manhattan Hospital
156 William Street
12th Floor
New York, NY 10038
What is Dr. Yao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598031668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yao
What is Dr. Katherine Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise.
Is this Dr. Katherine Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Katherine Yao accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Yao offer online booking?
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156 William Street
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