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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chao, Neurosurgeon in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Kevin Chao, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. 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 (650) 723-5575.
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 Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-5575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Chao in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Quest
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Kevin Chao's Primary Practice
1190 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 723-5575
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 1659551471.
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. Kevin Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Neurosurgeon near Redwood City, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Redwood City Medical Center. 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 Kevin Chao accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 723-5575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 723-5575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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