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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Family Medicine Specialist in Greenvale, NY?
Dr. Sheldon Yao, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenvale, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yao is fluent in English 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 (516) 686-1300.
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Head and Neck Movement Problems
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Mid-Back Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
- Head Segmental Dysfunction
- Cervical Somatic Dysfunction
- Head Biomechanical Issues
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
- Thoracic spine dysfunction
- Mid-back segmental dysfunction
- Thoracic somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
- M9900: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
- M9902: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arm or Shoulder Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Upper limb dysfunction
- Shoulder joint misalignment
- Elbow joint dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9907: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of upper extremity
Also known as:
- Leg and Foot Movement Problems
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Extremity Dysfunction
- Leg Somatic Dysfunction
- Foot Biomechanical Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9906: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lower extremity
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheldon Yao may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (516) 686-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Greenvale, NY?
Dr. Yao in Greenvale, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1902828916.
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. Sheldon Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Family Medicine Specialist near Greenvale, NY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sheldon Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx, North Shore University Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sheldon Yao accepting new patients in Greenvale, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sheldon Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheldon Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (516) 686-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheldon Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (516) 686-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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