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Dr. Priscilla Tsao, MD

Anesthesiologist

West Covina, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tsao, Anesthesiologist in West Covina, CA?

    Dr. Priscilla Tsao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Covina, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Tsao completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsao’s office at (626) 962-4011.

    Where did Dr. Tsao go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

    Is Dr. Tsao board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Priscilla Tsao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tsao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsao typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tsao 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. Tsao. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsao typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tsao 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. Tsao. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Tsao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 962-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsao accept in West Covina, CA?

    Dr. Tsao in West Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tsao's office located?

    Dr. Priscilla Tsao's Primary Practice

    1115 S Sunset Ave

    West Covina, CA 91790

    (626) 962-4011

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tsao affiliated with?

    Dr. Tsao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Emanate Health Queen Of The Valley Hospital,West Covina, CA
    Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital,Covina, CA
    Providence Queen Of The Valley Medical Center,Napa, CA
    Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital,Glendora, CA
    San Dimas Community Hospital,San Dimas, CA

    What is Dr. Tsao's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tsao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114941341.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsao?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsao

    What is Dr. Priscilla Tsao's specialty?

    Dr. Tsao is an Anesthesiologist near West Covina, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Priscilla Tsao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tsao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Emanate Health Queen Of The Valley Hospital, Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital, Providence Queen Of The Valley Medical Center, Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital, San Dimas Community Hospital. 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 Dr. Priscilla Tsao accepting new patients in West Covina, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Priscilla Tsao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Priscilla Tsao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsao's office at (626) 962-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Priscilla Tsao?

    Please contact Dr. Tsao's office at (626) 962-4011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsao's office located?

    Dr. Tsao's office is located in West Covina, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Priscilla Tsao have?

    Dr. Priscilla Tsao is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.