Summary

Dr. Jelena Kao treats iron deficiency anemia, breast cancer, and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer. She is affiliated with Mills Health Center and has practiced hematology and oncology for 29 years. She speaks Serbian.

Dr. Kao earned her MD from Stanford University School of Medicine and sees patients in Walnut Creek, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kao 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Serbian
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

John Muir Health

177 La Casa Via Ste 390Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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Speaks Serbian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Walnut Creek , CAVacaville , CAVacaville , CAVacaville , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jelena Kao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Amera-Net
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Beech Street (owned by MultiPlan)
  • Blue Shield
  • Canopy Care
  • Canopy Health
  • Canopy United Healthcare
  • ChoiceCare Network/Humana
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Network (CCN)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • CorVel Corporation
  • Coventry Health Care National Network
  • First Health
  • Fortified Provider Network
  • Great-West Healthcare (Now CIGNA)
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Net
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Inc.
  • Integrated Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Advantage Plans
  • Multiplan
  • Multiplan PPO (Kaiser PPO or POS - excluded)
  • United Health Care

Medical Specialties

Jelena Kao has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jelena Kao has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematologist
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hospice Care
  • Leukemia
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Jelena Kao holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 2002 and Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Jelena Kao's NPI number is 1932242062.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jelena Kao accepting new patients?
Jelena Kao is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Jelena Kao's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Jelena Kao's office located?
Jelena Kao's office is located at 177 La Casa Via Ste 390, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598.
What languages does Jelena Kao speak?
Jelena Kao speaks Serbian.
Does Jelena Kao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Jelena Kao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Jelena Kao affiliated with?
Jelena Kao is affiliated with Mills Health Center.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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