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Dr. Zhenqiang Gao, MD

Springfield, IL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gao, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Zhenqiang Gao, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Gao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gao’s office at (217) 788-3000.

    Where did Dr. Gao go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Hebei Medical University,Shijiazhuang,China

    Is Dr. Gao board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Zhenqiang Gao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
    • HPV screening
    • Papillomavirus test
    • Cervical cancer screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Does Dr. Gao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 788-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gao accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Gao in Springfield, IL 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 Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gao's office located?

    Dr. Zhenqiang Gao's Primary Practice

    701 N 1st St

    Springfield, IL 62781

    (217) 788-3000

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    Dr. Zhenqiang Gao's Practice 2

    2300 N Edward St

    Decatur, IL 62526

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    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 1467669259.

    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. Zhenqiang Gao's specialty?

    Dr. Gao is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Springfield, IL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Gao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Zhenqiang Gao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gao is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Decatur Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with 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 Zhenqiang Gao accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Zhenqiang Gao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zhenqiang Gao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (217) 788-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zhenqiang Gao?

    Please contact Dr. Gao's office at (217) 788-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zhenqiang Gao have?

    Dr. Zhenqiang Gao is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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