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Who is Dr. Shao, Vascular Surgeon in Miami, FL?
Dr. Tony Shao, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shao completed his residency at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine General Surgery Program. Dr. Shao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shao’s office at (305) 243-0783.
Where did Dr. Shao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital
Residency: Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine General Surgery Program
Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical School
What languages does Dr. Shao speak?
Dr. Shao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Shao typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Shao typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty for Vein Narrowing (Additional Vein)
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
- Venous Angioplasty
- Vein Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
- 37249: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Major Vein Catheter Insertion
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Placement
- Vena Cava Catheterization
- IVC/SVC Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36010: Introduction of catheter, superior or inferior vena cava
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Shao accept my insurance?
Dr. Shao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-0783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shao accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Shao in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shao's office located?
What is Dr. Shao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891138608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shao
What is Dr. Tony Shao's specialty?
Dr. Shao is a Vascular Surgeon near Miami, FL.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Tony Shao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shao is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian 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 Tony Shao accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Tony Shao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tony Shao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (305) 243-0783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tony Shao?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (305) 243-0783 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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