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Dr. Charlene Chao, MD

Brooklyn, NY

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    Who is Dr. Chao, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Charlene Chao, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chao completed her residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Chao is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (718) 240-5000.

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

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chao treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst
    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Neoplasm
    • Breast Lump of Unknown Type
    • Uncertain Breast Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D4862: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left breast
    • D4861: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 4 hemorrhoids
    • Strangulated hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Benign Left Breast Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous left breast growth
    • Left breast mass
    • Left breast lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Lump
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast mass
    • Breast fibroadenoma
    • Benign breast disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Anal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Anal Disorder
    • Perianal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket near Anus
    • Anal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K610: Anal abscess

    Which procedures does Dr. Chao perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charlene Chao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chao accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Affinity Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • EmblemHealth

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Chao's office located?

    Dr. Charlene Chao's Primary Practice

    802 64th St Ste 2F

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (718) 240-5000

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    Dr. Charlene Chao's Practice 2

    9711 3rd Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11209

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    Dr. Charlene Chao's Practice 3

    139 Centre St Ste 620

    New York, NY 10013

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Charlene Chao?

    Dr. Chao has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Chao's NPI number?An 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 1396756219.

    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. Charlene Chao's specialty?

    Dr. Chao is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Chao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charlene Chao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charlene Chao accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Charlene Chao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charlene Chao offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chao, or call (718) 240-5000 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Charlene Chao?

    Please contact Dr. Chao's office at (718) 240-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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