Summary

Dr. Che-Kai Tsao is an oncologist who brings over two decades of medical expertise to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and has dedicated 21 years to advancing cancer treatment. Dr. Tsao's clinical focus centers on oncology, where he has developed extensive experience helping patients navigate complex cancer diagnoses and treatment plans. He is fluent in Mandarin, Taiwanese, and Cantonese, enabling him to provide culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations.

Dr. Tsao practices at multiple Mount Sinai locations, including Mount Sinai Queens, The Mount Sinai Hospital, and Mount Sinai West, as well as the specialized RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center in Lake Success, New York. He has particular expertise in treating prostate cancer, including advanced and recurrent forms of the disease. His practice incorporates both traditional and modern approaches, offering virtual care consultations alongside comprehensive blood testing services. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Tsao highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Mandarin, Taiwanese, Cantonese
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northwell Health Center for Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

450 Lakeville Road Entrance BLake Success, NY 11042

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3.3 
21 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Mandarin, Taiwanese, Cantonese Speaks English Speaks English
Lake Success , NYUniondale , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Che-Kai Tsao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • VillageCareMax
  • VNS Health
  • WTC (World Trade Center Program)

Medical Specialties

Che-Kai Tsao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Che-Kai Tsao has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncologist
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Che-Kai Tsao holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Che-Kai Tsao's NPI number is 1588823744.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Che-Kai Tsao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Che-Kai Tsao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Che-Kai Tsao affiliated with?
Che-Kai Tsao is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Kravis Childrens Hospital.
Is Che-Kai Tsao accepting new patients?
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Does Che-Kai Tsao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Che-Kai Tsao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Che-Kai Tsao speak?
Che-Kai Tsao speaks Mandarin, Taiwanese, and Cantonese.

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