Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dao, Surgical Oncologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Tuoc Dao, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Dao graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor University Medical Center. Dr. Dao is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dao’s office at (214) 826-9797.
Where did Dr. Dao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: where she held a fellowship in surgical breast oncology
Residency: Baylor University Medical Center
Medical School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Dao board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Tuoc Dao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Dao speak?
Dr. Dao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Dao typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Dao 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. Dao. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Dao typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Dao 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. Dao. 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Dao accept my insurance?
Dr. Dao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 826-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dao accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Dao in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dao's office located?
What is Dr. Dao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295938462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dao
What is Dr. Tuoc Dao's specialty?
Dr. Dao is a Surgical Oncologist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Tuoc Dao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dao is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Uptown, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Denton, Christus St. Michael Health System, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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 Tuoc Dao accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tuoc Dao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tuoc Dao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dao's office at (214) 826-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tuoc Dao?
Please contact Dr. Dao's office at (214) 826-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tuoc Dao have?
Dr. Tuoc Dao is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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