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15 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Renton, WA?
Dr. Samuel Chao, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Renton, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (253) 661-1700.
Is Dr. Chao board certified in Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samuel 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 (253) 661-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Renton, WA?
Dr. Chao in Renton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Providence Health Plans
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
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 1154522092.
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. Samuel Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Renton, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Valley Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
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Is Samuel Chao accepting new patients in Renton, WA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (253) 661-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (253) 661-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Chao have?
Dr. Samuel Chao is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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