Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kao, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Helen Kao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kao completed her residency at Ucsf Medical Center. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (541) 757-9616.
Where did Dr. Kao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center, Geriatrics | University California | UCSF Medical Center, Geriatrics
Residency: Ucsf Medical Center | University of California, San Francisco | Veterans Affairs Medical Center, San Francisco | University California
Is Dr. Kao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Helen Kao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kao speak?
Dr. Kao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kao 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. Kao. 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:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia
- Dementia
- Multi-infarct dementia
- Cognitive decline from vascular issues
- Dementia due to blood vessel problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Vascular Dementia with Agitation
- Vascular Dementia with Mood Swings
ICD-10 Codes:
- F01518: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
ICD-10 Codes:
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kao typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Kao 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
Please contact Dr. Kao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 757-9616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kao in San Francisco, 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
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Providence Health & Services
Samaritan Health Services
State of Oregon
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kao's office located?
Dr. Helen Kao's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(541) 757-9616
What is Dr. Kao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184657330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kao
What is Dr. Helen Kao's specialty?
Dr. Kao is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Helen Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Helen Kao accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Helen Kao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Kao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (541) 757-9616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Kao?
Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (541) 757-9616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Kao have?
Dr. Helen Kao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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