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Dr. Sean Cao, MD

Fountain Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cao, Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Sean Cao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Cao graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Ca-Davis East Bay, General Surgery. Dr. Cao is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cao’s office at (714) 378-5790.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca-Davis East Bay, General Surgery | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Cao board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Sean Cao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Cao speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Cao treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Cao 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. Cao. 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:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma
    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Liver Birth Defects
    • Liver Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Liver Disease
    • Congenital Liver Malformations
    • Baby Liver Anomalies
    • Hepatic Birth Defects
    • Congenital Liver Abnormalities
    • Liver Malformations in Infants
    • Baby Liver Development Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q4479: Other congenital malformations of liver
    • Q447: Other congenital malformations of liver

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Vascular tumor in abdomen
    • Benign abdominal vascular growth
    • Intra-abdominal hemangioma
    • Belly hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1803: Hemangioma of intra-abdominal structures

    Also known as:

    • Acute Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Hep B
    • Hepatitis B Virus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B169: Acute hepatitis B without delta-agent and without hepatic coma

    Also known as:

    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Cancer
    • Gallbladder Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Gallbladder Carcinoma
    • Malignant Gallbladder Tumor
    • Biliary Tract Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C23: Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Biliary Cancer
    • Extrahepatic Bile Duct Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C240: Malignant neoplasm of extrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Cancer
    • Gastric Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
    • Stomach Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Hepatitis C
    • Hepatitis C
    • Recent Hepatitis C infection
    • Short-term Hepatitis C
    • New Hepatitis C

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B1710: Acute hepatitis C without hepatic coma

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
    • GI growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate digestive mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system

    Which procedures does Dr. Cao perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Sean Cao may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cao's office.

    Does Dr. Cao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 378-5790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cao accept in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Cao in Fountain Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cao's office located?

    Dr. Sean Cao's Primary Practice

    9940 Talbert Ave Ste 204

    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    (714) 378-5790

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

    Dr. Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558360966.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cao?

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

    What is Dr. Sean Cao's specialty?

    Dr. Cao is a Surgeon near Fountain Valley, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Cao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sean Cao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cao is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley 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

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    Is Sean Cao accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sean Cao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sean Cao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (714) 378-5790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sean Cao?

    Please contact Dr. Cao's office at (714) 378-5790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sean Cao have?

    Dr. Sean Cao is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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