Summary

Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from National Taiwan University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Albert Einstein Medical Center. With two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Kao brings extensive expertise to the care of hospitalized patients. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Kao practices at The University of Chicago Medicine in Chicago and UChicago Medicine Crown Point in Indiana. His clinical expertise includes managing complex conditions such as acute gallbladder inflammation, chronic kidney disease, and advanced kidney failure. He focuses on providing comprehensive inpatient care for patients with serious medical conditions requiring hospital-level treatment.

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Quick Facts

  • 20 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Albert Einstein Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao has 2 locations

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

Uchicago Medicine Crown Point

10855 Virginia StCrown Point, IN 46307

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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20 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILHarwood Heights , IL
Med School: National Taiwan University College Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science Med School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao holds an active medical license in the states of Indiana and Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from National Taiwan University College Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Kao's NPI number is 1962664540.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao's office located?
Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao's office is located at 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637.
Does Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao affiliated with?
Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medicine and Uchicago Medicine Crown Point.
What languages does Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao speak?
Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao speaks English.
Does Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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