Summary

With 42 years in internal medicine, Dr. Shimin Cao treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. He is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center and sees patients in Flushing, New York. Dr. Cao completed his residency at St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield, Missouri, and speaks Chinese, English, Korean, and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 42 years of experience
  • 78 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish
  • St Lukes Hospital (Chesterfield Mo)
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Shimin Cao has 3 locations

Cao And Associates Medicine Pllc

3808 Union St Ste 6bFlushing, NY 11354
Mon8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

4500 Parsons BlvdFlushing, NY 11355

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42 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience
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Speaks Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Telugu Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks Russian, Spanish, English
Flushing , NYBronx , NYBergenfield , NJMidland Park , NJ
Med School: Guangdong Medical College Med School: Chennai Medical College Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shimin Cao

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CenterLight Healthcare - HMO
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Hamaspik Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Priority Health
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shimin Cao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shimin Cao has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Shimin Cao 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Hospital (Chesterfield Mo).

Medical School

Graduated from Guangdong Medical College in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Cao's NPI number is 1922100213.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Shimin Cao accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Shimin Cao affiliated with?
Dr. Shimin Cao is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center.

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