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Dr. Tamara Chao, MD
Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist
,Reproductive Endocrinologist
,Obstetrician
,Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)
Tacoma, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Tamara Chao, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Chao graduated from University of California. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, Chinese, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (253) 403-9200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chao?
Dr. Tamara Chao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in High-Risk Pregnancy, Infectious Disease in Pregnancy, Prenatal Diagnosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tacoma/WA community, Dr. Chao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Chao board certified in Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Gujarati
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Obesity during Mid-Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
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- Excess weight in second trimester
- Mid-pregnancy obesity complications
- High BMI during second trimester
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99212: Obesity complicating pregnancy, second trimester
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
- Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
- High-Risk Obstetric History Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O09292: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, second trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Breech Presentation
- Childbirth Problems
- Baby is Breech
- Feet First Birth
- Bottom First Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Excessive Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Large baby in womb
- Macrosomia
- Big baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- O3663X0: Maternal care for excessive fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- 20 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy
- Five months pregnant
- Week 20 of gestation
- Halfway through pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A20: 20 weeks gestation of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Antenatal Screening Follow-up
- Other Prenatal Screening Follow-up
- Maternal Screening Follow-up
- Pregnancy Screening Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z362: Encounter for other antenatal screening follow-up
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
- Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
- Hypertension during gestation
- Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
Also known as:
- Twin Pregnancy
- Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
- Pregnancy with twins
- Having twins
- Twin gestation
- Expecting twins
ICD-10 Codes:
- O30043: Twin pregnancy, dichorionic/diamniotic, third trimester
Also known as:
- Too Much Amniotic Fluid
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Polyhydramnios
- Excess amniotic fluid
- High amniotic fluid volume
ICD-10 Codes:
- O403XX0: Polyhydramnios, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamara Chao may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
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) 403-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Chao in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Community Health Plan of Washington
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Washington
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Tamara Chao's Primary Practice
521 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 403-9200
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 1285837526.
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. Tamara Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General 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 Tamara Chao accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (253) 403-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (253) 403-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Chao have?
Dr. Tamara Chao is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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