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Dr. Jessica Chao, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chao, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Jessica Chao, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (508) 793-5647.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chao?

    Dr. Jessica Chao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Headache, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Chao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Chao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Chao 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. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 793-5647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Chao in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Medicaid

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Shapiro 8

    725 Albany St

    Boston, MA 02118

    (508) 793-5647

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    Dr. Jessica Chao's Practice 2

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

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    Dr. Jessica Chao's Practice 3

    850 Harrison Ave

    Boston, MA 02118

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    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 1922374925.

    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. Jessica Chao's specialty?

    Dr. Chao is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is this Dr. Jessica Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Boston 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

    When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Jessica Chao accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Jessica Chao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jessica Chao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (508) 793-5647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jessica Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (508) 793-5647 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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