Summary

Dr. Chao graduated from the University of Buffalo School of Medical & Biomedical Science in 2008. He works in Flushing, NY and specializes in Colorectal Surgery. Dr. Chao is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Steven Chao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Amida Care
  • Amida Care - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Steven Chao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Steven Chao has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Steven Chao holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Rhode Island Hospital Lifespan in 2013.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Buffalo School of Medical & Biomedical Science in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Chao's NPI number is 1033370028.

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Steven Chao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Steven Chao accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Steven Chao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Steven Chao accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Steven Chao speak?
Dr. Steven Chao speaks Spanish and Chinese.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Chao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Steven Chao here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Steven Chao's office located?
Dr. Steven Chao's office is located at 13656 39th Ave, Flushing, NY, 11354.

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