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Dr. Garrick Yao, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yao, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Garrick Yao, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Yao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yao’s office at (518) 262-3773.

    Is Dr. Yao board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Garrick Yao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yao speak?

    Dr. Yao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yao typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Garrick Yao may include:

    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 (518) 262-3773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yao accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Yao in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yao's office located?

    Dr. Garrick Yao's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-3773

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    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 1851334304.

    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. Garrick Yao's specialty?

    Dr. Yao is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Garrick Yao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yao is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Garrick Yao accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Garrick Yao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Garrick Yao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (518) 262-3773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Garrick Yao?

    Please contact Dr. Yao's office at (518) 262-3773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Garrick Yao have?

    Dr. Garrick Yao is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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