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Who is Dr. Yao, Internist in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Yumei Yao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK. She is board certified. Dr. Yao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (405) 948-4900.
Is Dr. Yao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yumei Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Yao 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. Yao. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yumei Yao may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Yao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 948-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Yao in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Yao's office located?
What is Dr. Yao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477764918.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yao
What is Dr. Yumei Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Internist near Oklahoma City, OK.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Yumei Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Yumei Yao accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes, Dr. Yumei Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yumei Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (405) 948-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yumei Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (405) 948-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yumei Yao have?
Dr. Yumei Yao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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