Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yao, Gastroenterologist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Francis Yao, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yao completed his residency at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Yao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (775) 982-5080.
Where did Dr. Yao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford Hospital and Clinics | Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Gastroenterology
Residency: Stanford Hospital and Clinics
What languages does Dr. Yao speak?
Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Yao treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Yao perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Yao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Yao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-5080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Yao in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SelectCare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1134177470.
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. Francis Yao's specialty?
Dr. Yao is a Gastroenterologist near Berkeley, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Yao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Francis Yao accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Yao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Yao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (775) 982-5080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Yao?
Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (775) 982-5080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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