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Dr. Jerome Kao, MD
Saint Louis, MO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kao, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Jerome Kao, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (314) 268-5783.
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Kao 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. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Liver Tumors
- RFA Liver
- Percutaneous Liver Ablation
- Liver Tumor Destruction
- Liver Cancer Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 47382: Ablation, 1 or more liver tumor(s), percutaneous, radiofrequency
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 268-5783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Kao in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Jerome Kao's Primary Practice
6420 Clayton Rd Fl 1
Saint Louis, MO 63117
(314) 268-5783
What hospitals are Dr. Kao affiliated with?
Dr. Kao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital,Saint Louis, MO
Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital,Saint Louis, MO
Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - St. Louis,Saint Louis, MO
Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - St. Louis,Saint Louis, MO
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?A 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 1306131974.
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. Jerome Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is Dr. Jerome Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Kao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital, Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - St. Louis. 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
When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Jerome Kao accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jerome Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerome Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (314) 268-5783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jerome Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (314) 268-5783 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Kao's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.
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