Summary

Dr. James Kao is an ophthalmologist who has been practicing medicine for 27 years. He earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency training at Genesys Regional Medical Center. His extensive experience in eye care allows him to diagnose and treat a wide range of vision and eye health conditions.

Dr. Kao practices in Rancho Mirage, California, where he focuses on comprehensive eye care. He treats patients with high blood pressure that affects the eyes and provides specialized care for children with hypertension-related eye conditions. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to evaluate eye health in detail. He also provides sedation services to ensure patient comfort during procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • 27 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • Genesys Regional Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. James Jin Kao

72780 Country Club Dr Ste 304Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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27 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Rancho Mirage , CAPalm Springs , CAPalm Desert , CAPalm Springs , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Jin Kao

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Jin Kao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Jin Kao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Genesys Regional Medical Center

Medical School

Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The PacificGraduated in 1999

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Dr. James Kao's office is located at 72780 Country Club Dr Ste 304, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270.
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