15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mao, Nephrologist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Zhi Mao, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mao graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Parkland Health & Hospital System. Dr. Mao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mao’s office at (972) 295-9660.
Where did Dr. Mao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Parkland Health & Hospital System
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Mao board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Zhi Mao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mao speak?
Dr. Mao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Mao treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mao 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. Mao. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid Overload
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Mao perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Zhi Mao may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mao's office.
Does Dr. Mao accept my insurance?
Dr. Mao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 295-9660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mao accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Mao in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mao's office located?
What is Dr. Mao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609087600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mao
What is Dr. Zhi Mao's specialty?
Dr. Mao is a Nephrologist near Plano, TX. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Mao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zhi Mao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mao is affiliated with Medical City Plano Hospital 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 Zhi Mao accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Zhi Mao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhi Mao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mao's office at (972) 295-9660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhi Mao?
Please contact Dr. Mao's office at (972) 295-9660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zhi Mao have?
Dr. Zhi Mao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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