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Dr. Chun-Huai Chao, MD

Anesthesiologist

Nashua, NH

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chao, Anesthesiologist in Nashua, NH?

    Dr. Chun-Huai Chao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Nashua, NH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Chao completed his residency at St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp & Clinics, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Chao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chao’s office at (603) 518-7190.

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

    • Residency: St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp & Clinics, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Chao speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chao typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chao typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chun-Huai Chao may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 518-7190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Nashua, NH?

    Dr. Chao in Nashua, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Chun-Huai Chao's Primary Practice

    172 Kinsley St

    Nashua, NH 03060

    (603) 518-7190

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    Dr. Chun-Huai Chao's Practice 2

    1 Elliot Way

    Manchester, NH 03103

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    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 1598733677.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chao?

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

    What is Dr. Chun-Huai Chao's specialty?

    Dr. Chao is an Anesthesiologist near Nashua, NH.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Chun-Huai Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chao is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital - Nashua, Nh, Tufts Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Chun-Huai Chao accepting new patients in Nashua, NH?

    Yes, Dr. Chun-Huai Chao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chun-Huai Chao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (603) 518-7190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chun-Huai Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (603) 518-7190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Chao's offices are located in Nashua, NH and Manchester, NH.