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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Radiation Oncologist in Alamo, CA?
Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Alamo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chao graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (925) 378-4512.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:
- 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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Genitourinary Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Genital Organ Tumor
- Urinary Organ Tumor
- Unspecified GU Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4959: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other genitourinary organ
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chao's office.
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 378-4512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Alamo, CA?
Dr. Chao in Alamo, CA 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
Central Health
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao's Primary Practice
1505 Saint Alphonsus Way
Alamo, CA 94507
(925) 378-4512
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073721569.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao
What is Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Radiation Oncologist near Alamo, CA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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 Kuang-Hwa Chao accepting new patients in Alamo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kuang-Hwa Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (925) 378-4512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kuang-Hwa Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (925) 378-4512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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