Summary

Dr. Suresh Rao is a pulmonologist who has dedicated over five decades to treating lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Stanley Medical College and completed his residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. With 53 years of clinical experience, Dr. Rao brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of complex pulmonary disorders.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Orange and the San Fernando Valley, including UCI Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital Orange, and Chapman Medical Center in Orange, as well as Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys and Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Northridge. He specializes in caring for patients with serious respiratory conditions such as pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, and respiratory failure. His expertise includes performing specialized procedures like therapeutic hypothermia and arterial blood gas analysis to help diagnose and monitor lung function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rao highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 53 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Suresh Rao has 5 locations

Uci Medical Center

101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868

Saint Joseph Hospital Orange

1100 W Stewart DrOrange, CA 92868

Chapman Medical Center Inc

2601 E Chapman AveOrange, CA 92869

Valley Presbyterian Hospital

15107 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91405

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center

18300 Roscoe BlvdNorthridge, CA 91325

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
53 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish
Orange , CALaguna Beach , CAOrange , CALong Beach , CA
Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: ROSS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Suresh Rao

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Suresh Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Suresh Rao has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Dr. Suresh Rao 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 expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanley Medical College in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1356377162.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Suresh Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Suresh Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Suresh Rao?
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Where is Dr. Suresh Rao's office located?
Dr. Suresh Rao's office is located at 101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA, 92868.
Which hospitals is Dr. Suresh Rao affiliated with?
Dr. Suresh Rao is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital Orange, and Chapman Medical Center Inc.
Does Dr. Suresh Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Suresh Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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