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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gao, Neurologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Fay Gao is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gao is fluent in English, 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 (415) 353-2311.
What languages does Dr. Gao speak?
Dr. Gao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gao treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinsonism
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Other Tremor Disorder
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
- Atypical Tremor
- Unusual Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
- G252: Other specified forms of tremor
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Unspecified Movement Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Extrapyramidal Disorder
- Movement Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- G259: Extrapyramidal and movement disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Corticobasal Degeneration
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CBD
- Corticobasal Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3185: Corticobasal degeneration
Which procedures does Dr. Gao perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fay Gao may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (415) 353-2311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gao accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Gao in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Conifer Health Solutions
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Hawaii
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gao's office located?
Dr. Fay Gao's Primary Practice
550 S Beretania St Ste 404
Honolulu, HI 96813
(415) 353-2311
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 1124446331.
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. Fay Gao's specialty?
Dr. Gao is a Neurologist near Honolulu, HI.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Gao to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fay Gao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gao is affiliated with The Queen's 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 Fay Gao accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Fay Gao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fay Gao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (415) 353-2311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fay Gao?
Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (415) 353-2311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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