Summary

Dr. Suresh Rao specializes in pulmonology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Stanley Medical College and completed his residency training at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Rao brings extensive experience to his patient care.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Orange and Van Nuys, California, including UCI Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital Orange, Chapman Medical Center, and Valley Presbyterian Hospital. He treats patients with serious respiratory conditions such as pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, and respiratory failure. His expertise includes performing chest imaging studies and specialized procedures like therapeutic hypothermia. Patients have given Dr. Rao an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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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
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Suresh Rao has 4 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

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
2.7 
53 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 41 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 Spanish, Arabic
Orange , CALaguna Beach , CAOrange , CALynwood , CA
Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center

Medical School

Stanley Medical CollegeGraduated in 1973

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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.
Where is Dr. Suresh Rao's office located?
Dr. Suresh Rao's office is located at 101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA, 92868.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Suresh Rao?
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Is Dr. Suresh Rao accepting new patients?
Dr. Suresh Rao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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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