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Dr. Jerry Tsao, MD

Dr. Jerry Tsao, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsao, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Jerry Tsao, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Tsao graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Family Medicine. Dr. Tsao is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (713) 772-8885.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Family Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Tsao board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jerry Tsao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsao speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tsao typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tsao typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerry Tsao may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tsao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tsao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 772-8885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsao accept in Houston, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tsao's office located?

    Dr. Jerry Tsao's Primary Practice

    7850 Parkwood Circle Dr Ste A-6

    Houston, TX 77036

    (713) 772-8885

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tsao affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tsao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital,Houston, TX
    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital,Sugar Land, TX
    Hca Houston Healthcare - West,Houston, TX

    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 1013952746.

    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. Jerry Tsao's specialty?

    Dr. Tsao is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tsao is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Jerry Tsao accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Jerry Tsao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsao's office at (713) 772-8885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Tsao's office at (713) 772-8885 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsao's office located?

    Dr. Tsao's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jerry Tsao have?

    Dr. Jerry Tsao is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.