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Dr. Lilly Kao, MD

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kao, Psychiatrist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Lilly Kao, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Kao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kao’s office at (562) 365-2020.

    Is Dr. Kao board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Lilly Kao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Kao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kao treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Depression
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features

    Does Dr. Kao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 365-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kao accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Kao in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kao's office located?

    Dr. Lilly Kao's Primary Practice

    5199 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 330N

    Long Beach, CA 90804

    (562) 365-2020

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    Dr. Lilly Kao's Practice 2

    430 S Blosser Rd

    Santa Maria, CA 93458

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    Dr. Lilly Kao's Practice 3

    4000 MacArthur Blvd Ste 600

    Newport Beach, CA 92660

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    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 1508830589.

    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. Lilly Kao's specialty?

    Dr. Kao is a Psychiatrist near Long Beach, CA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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    Is this Dr. Lilly Kao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kao is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lilly Kao accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lilly Kao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lilly Kao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (562) 365-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lilly Kao?

    Please contact Dr. Kao's office at (562) 365-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lilly Kao have?

    Dr. Lilly Kao is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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