Summary

Dr. Lily Kao is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. With two decades of clinical experience, she specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. Her dual training in rheumatology and internal medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Kao is fluent in Spanish, English, and Vietnamese, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Kao practices at multiple locations throughout San Jose, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Good Samaritan Hospital. She focuses on treating rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and osteoarthritis, helping patients manage chronic conditions that can significantly impact daily life. Her approach includes ordering blood tests and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor disease progression and treatment effectiveness. Patients also benefit from her coordination with physical therapy services to improve mobility and reduce pain. Dr. Kao receives an average rating of 2.5 from patients on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English, Vietnamese
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lily Kao has 4 locations

Evergreen Medical Group Inc

2690 S White Rd Ste 50San Jose, CA 95148
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Oconnor Hospital

2105 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128

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Dr. Lily Kao, MDDr. Krutika Kuppalli, MDDr. Yehia Mostafa Elguindy, MDDr. Saw Hnin Mu, MD
RheumatologyInfectious DiseaseNeuroradiologyNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.5 
20 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English, Vietnamese
San Jose , CADallas , TXDowney , CAMather , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lily Kao

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • On Lok Lifeways
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lily Kao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lily Kao has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Physical
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Stanford University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lily Kao affiliated with?
Dr. Lily Kao is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.

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