Summary

Dr. David Chao is a board-certified pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He completed his residency training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and brings nearly four decades of experience to his practice. Dr. Chao is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Chao practices at Fort Bend Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine and provides care at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital in Sugar Land and Katy, Texas. He specializes in treating serious breathing conditions including respiratory failure and manages high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His expertise includes performing specialized blood gas analysis and other diagnostic procedures to evaluate lung function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Chihyo Chao has 3 locations

Fort Bend Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine

17510 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 400Sugar Land, TX 77479
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

17500 W Grand Pkwy SSugar Land, TX 77479

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
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4.6 
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4.2 
38 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Sugar Land , TXSugar Land , TXKingwood , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa Med School: University Of Ilorin College Of Health Sciences Med School: Bolan Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Chihyo Chao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Chihyo Chao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Chihyo Chao has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Insomnia
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lung Cancer
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. David Chihyo Chao holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Hawaii At Manoa in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Chao's NPI number is 1346277043.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. David Chao speak?
Dr. David Chao speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Does Dr. David Chao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Chao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Chao's office located?
Dr. David Chao's office is located at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 400, Sugar Land, TX, 77479.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Chao?
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