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Who is Dr. Kao, Physiatrist in Crest Hill, IL?
Dr. Allen Kao, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Crest Hill, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kao completed his residency at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (815) 439-2121.
Where did Dr. Kao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple University Hospital
Is Dr. Kao board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Allen Kao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Neck and Upper Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Neck and Upper Back
- Cervicothoracic Radiculopathy
- Spinal Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5413: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Allen Kao may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 439-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Crest Hill, IL?
Dr. Kao in Crest Hill, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Allen Kao's Primary Practice
2430 Plainfield Rd Ste 1A
Crest Hill, IL 60403
(815) 439-2121
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 1942320494.
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. Allen Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Physiatrist near Crest Hill, IL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Allen Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Allen Kao accepting new patients in Crest Hill, IL?
Yes, Dr. Allen Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allen Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (815) 439-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allen Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (815) 439-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Allen Kao have?
Dr. Allen Kao is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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