Who is Dr. Chao, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Falls Church, VA?
Where did Dr. Chao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY, UCLA MEDICAL CENTER, WESTWOOD, CA USA | Pediatric Gastroenterology, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeless, CA USA | UCLA Medical Center
Residency: UCLA Med Center | University of California, Los Angeles
Is Dr. Chao board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Chao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 1999
What languages does Dr. Chao speak?
Dr. Chao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- Chinese
- English
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chao 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?
Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 776-4001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Chao in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chao's office located?
Dr. Catherine Chao's Primary Practice
3300 Gallows Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 776-4001
What hospitals are Dr. Chao affiliated with?
Dr. Chao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?A 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 1184697443.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chao