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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chao, Specialist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. David Chao, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Chao graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (281) 341-3036.
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Hawaii
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Chao 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. Chao. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 341-3036 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Chao in Sugar Land, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. David Chao's Primary Practice
17510 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 400
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 341-3036
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346277043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao
What is Dr. David Chao's specialty?
Dr. Chao is a Specialist near Sugar Land, TX. Contact Dr. Chao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with OakBend Medical Center, OakBend Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is David Chao accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Chao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Chao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (281) 341-3036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Chao?
Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (281) 341-3036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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