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Who is Dr. Chao, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Melissa Chao, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (212) 305-7114.
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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Chao may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
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 (212) 305-7114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Chao in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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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 1891180386.
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. Melissa Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near New York, NY. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chao 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 Melissa Chao accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (212) 305-7114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (212) 305-7114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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