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Dr. Jim Yao, MD

Nephrology & Hypertension* Age 68
Dr. Jim Yao, MD
5.0 (9 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrology & Hypertension Specialist in Munster, IN.
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Dr. Jim Yao, MD

Nephrology & Hypertension* Age 68
Munster, IN
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrology & Hypertension Specialist in Munster, IN.

About

Dr. Yao graduated from West Virginia University in 2002 and completed a residency at Wv University.Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrology & Hypertension Specialist in Munster, IN and has 22 years experience. Dr. Yao currently practices at Associates in Nephrology, S.C. and are affiliated with Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer and Franciscan Health Munster. At present, Dr. Yao received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Yao's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Yao also speaks Chinese. Dr. Yao is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
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Acidosis
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Acidosis
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Acute Glomerulonephritis
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Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Insipidus
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Gout
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Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Disease
Kidney Failure
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Stones
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrotic Syndrome
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Polycystic Kidney Disease, Type 1
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Hypertension
Renal Osteodystrophy
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Vascular Disease
Vitamin D Deficiency
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Peritoneal Dialysis

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Sagamore Plus
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Munster Office
    314 Ridge Rd, Munster, IN 46321
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 789-1169
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    13:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    13:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    13:00 - 18:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Calumet City Dialysis
    1200 Sibley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 862-6454
  3. 3 Fresenius Medical Care Munster
    314 Ridge Rd, Munster, IN 46321
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 654-2720
  4. 4 Associates In Nephrology
    210 S Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 654-2700
  5. 5 Franciscan Health Hammond
    5454 Hohman Ave, Hammond, IN 46320
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 891-9305
  6. 6 Fresenius Medical Care South Holland
    17225 Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL 60473
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 474-8700
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 12:00
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    07:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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5.0
Based on 9 Reviews
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Jul 31, 2018
Wonderful doctor and very nice guy. I have been seeing Dr. Yao for years. He has always made me feel comfortable, and he geniunely cares about his patients. Thank you!
Robert G. — Jul 31, 2018
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Nephrology & Hypertension
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • West Virginia University
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Wv University
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Rochester University Strong Memorial Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jim Yao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Yao's profile.

Dr. Jim Yao, MD is affiliated with Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer and Franciscan Health Munster.

Yes, Dr. Jim Yao, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Community Hospital

    901 MacArthur Blvd, Munster, IN

  • Franciscan Health Dyer

    24 Joliet St, Dyer, IN

  • Franciscan Health Munster

    701 Superior Ave, Munster, IN