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Dr. Kevin Chao, MD

Neurosurgeon

Redwood City, CA

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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chao typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    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

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Chao's Primary Practice

    1100 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 723-5575

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    Department Of Neurosurgery

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chao affiliated with?

    Dr. Chao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Redwood City Medical Center,Redwood City, CA
    Fremont Medical Center,Fremont, CA

    What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Kevin Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Chao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Redwood City Medical Center, Fremont 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Kevin Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (650) 723-5575 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Chao's offices are located in Redwood City, CA and Stanford, CA.