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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gao, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Wenli Gao, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT. She is board certified. Dr. Gao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gao’s office at (203) 739-7029.
What languages does Dr. Gao speak?
Dr. Gao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Gao treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Gao 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. Gao. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
- Iron Overload
- Iron Storage Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
- E83119: Hemochromatosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
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:
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Gao perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wenli Gao 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. Gao's office.
Does Dr. Gao accept my insurance?
Dr. Gao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 739-7029 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gao accept in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Gao in Danbury, CT 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 Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gao's office located?
What is Dr. Gao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457611196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gao
What is Dr. Wenli Gao's specialty?
Dr. Gao is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Danbury, CT. 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. Gao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wenli Gao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gao is affiliated with Nuvance Health Danbury Hospital 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 Wenli Gao accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Wenli Gao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wenli Gao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (203) 739-7029 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wenli Gao?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (203) 739-7029 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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