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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Tchao, Internist in Deer Park, NY?
Dr. Paul Tchao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Deer Park, NY. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tchao graduated from Faculte De Medecine Pierre Et Marie Curie and completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine; Southside Hosp, Family Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Coney Island Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tchao is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tchao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tchao’s office at (631) 242-8488.
Where did Dr. Tchao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine; Southside Hosp, Family Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Coney Island Hosp, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program
Medical School: U De Pierre Et Marie Curie (Paris Vi)- Uer Broussais-Hotel-Dieu- Paris | Faculte De Medecine Pierre Et Marie Curie
Is Dr. Tchao board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Tchao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tchao speak?
Dr. Tchao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Tchao treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tchao 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. Tchao. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tchao perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Tchao may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tchao's office.
Does Dr. Tchao accept my insurance?
Dr. Tchao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 242-8488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tchao accept in Deer Park, NY?
Dr. Tchao in Deer Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Partners Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tchao's office located?
What is Dr. Tchao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tchao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346286796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tchao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tchao
What is Dr. Paul Tchao's specialty?
Dr. Tchao is a Internist near Deer Park, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Tchao to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Tchao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tchao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Paul Tchao accepting new patients in Deer Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Paul Tchao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Tchao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tchao's office at (631) 242-8488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Tchao?
Please contact Dr. Tchao's office at (631) 242-8488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Tchao have?
Dr. Paul Tchao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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