37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhao, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Yong Zhao, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Zhao completed his residency at Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Molecular Genetic Pathology (Pathology). Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (508) 421-2950.
Where did Dr. Zhao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Molecular Genetic Pathology (Pathology)
Medical School: Luzhou Med Coll, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?
Dr. Zhao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zhao typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
- Iron Overload
- Iron Storage Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
- E83119: Hemochromatosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Typing
- Blood
- Blood Group Test
- ABO Typing
- Rh Factor Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0183: Encounter for blood typing
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Iron Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Iron Processing Problem
- Disorder of Iron Regulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8319: Other disorders of iron metabolism
Also known as:
- Autologous Stem Cell Donation
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Self-stem cell donation
- Donating own stem cells
- Autologous hematopoietic stem cell collection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z52011: Autologous donor, stem cells
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zhao typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
Also known as:
- Plasma Depletion for Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Processing
- Stem Cell Volume Reduction
- Plasma Removal for Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38214: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; plasma (volume) depletion
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 421-2950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Zhao in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?
What is Dr. Zhao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366448813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhao
What is Dr. Yong Zhao's specialty?
Dr. Zhao is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Worcester, MA.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Yong Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yong Zhao accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Yong Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yong Zhao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (508) 421-2950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yong Zhao?
Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (508) 421-2950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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