Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD is a facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX specializing in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). She graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine in 2011 and has 14 years of experience. Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD is affiliated with UT Physicians and Memorial Hermann.
6400 Fannin Street Suite 2080
Houston, TX 77030
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is any surgery done to change the shape and structure of the nose. It is commonly done for cosmetic purposes, but it may also be done to reduce breathing difficulties. Surgery may include any part of bone or cartilage of the nose. In some cases, cartilage is transplanted from the ear or rib to augment the nose.
Rhinoplasty may be done for reasons that are primarily about appearance, such as:
Rhinoplasty may also be done to correct a deviated septum or other breathing impairment. In that case, the nasal structure is adjusted so that airflow is increased to a comfortable level.
Typically, rhinoplasty is only performed on adults because kids' and teens' faces are still growing and changing. After a rhinoplasty, healing will take 1-2 weeks, but subtle shifts in the face and occasional swelling can last up to a year.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD for Medicare patients.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.
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Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine in 2011. She completed residency at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis. She is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine (2011)
Residency: Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis (2018)
Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna Medicare, Superior Health Plan, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Amerigroup Star Plus, Amerigroup Star, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), WellCare, Medicare Advantage, AARP, MultiPlan, United Healthcare Medicare Complete, HealthSpring, Aetna, US Family Health Plan, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Galaxy Health Network, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, Coventry, HealthSmart, First Health, Beech Street, HealthLink, Memorial Hermann Solutions, Memorial Hermann Advantage HMO, Memorial Hermann Advantage PPO, Community Health Choice Chip, Independant Medical Systems, Community Health Choice Marketplace QHP, Community Health Choice, Amerivantage, Reny Company Worker's Comp, WorkLink Worker's Comp, OccuNet PPO - PPO Network, Coastal Comp Healthnetworks Work Comp, Medicare Traditional, Community Health Choice Marketplace Kelsey QHP, USA Managed Care Organization - PPO Network, Medicus International - PPO Network and Community Health Choice Star.
According to our sources, Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 54 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. W. Katherine Kao, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$812
CMF-Other $812 |
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$278
TruDi Nav Cable $132 |
RELIEVA SPINPLUS $81 |
Rhinology $66 |
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$221
WalterLorenz Surgical Assist Arm $134 |
SternaLock Blu $87 |
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Xhance $126 |
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$299
ECHELON ENDOPATH Stapler $122 |
MATRIXMANDIBLE $111 |
STRAVIX $24 |
Oasis $22 |
BOTOX $21 |
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Dr. W. Kao's areas of specialization are facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat); she sees patients in Houston, TX. She graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine and then she performed her residency at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis. In her practice, Dr. Kao focuses on facial trauma and rhinoplasty. The average patient rating for Dr. Kao is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Kao accepts Amerigroup, Blue California, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. She is professionally affiliated with Memorial Hermann and UT Physicians.
