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Dr. Jim Yao, MD
Nephrology* Age 70
Dr. Jim Yao, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrologist in Munster, IN.
Dr. Jim Yao, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Jim Yao, MD

Nephrology* Age 70
Munster, IN
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrologist in Munster, IN.

About Dr. Jim Yao, MD

Dr. Yao graduated from West Virginia University in 2002 and completed a residency at Wv University. Dr. Jim Yao, MD is a Nephrologist in Munster, IN and has 24 years experience. Dr. Yao has experience treating conditions like Hypokalemia, Acidosis, Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia, Alkalosis and Hyperkalemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. 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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Hypokalemia
Acidosis
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Acidosis
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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Alkalosis
Hyperkalemia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
End-Stage Renal Disease
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Acute Kidney Failure
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Rhabdomyolysis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Gout
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Hypertension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypercalcemia
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Proteinuria
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Vitamin D Deficiency
Kidney Stones
Renal Osteodystrophy
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Infection
Amyloidosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Disease
Kidney Failure
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Infection
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrotic Syndrome
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Polycystic Kidney Disease, Type 1
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Tubulointerstitial Nephritis
Vascular Disease
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Peritoneal Dialysis

Accepted Insurance Plans

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

Where Dr. Jim Yao, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Fresenius Medical Care Munster
    314 Ridge Rd, Munster, IN 46321
  2. 2 Associates In Nephrology SC
    210 S Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661
  3. 3 Fresenius Medical Care South Holland
    17225 Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL 60473
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 12:00
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    07:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 Calumet City Dialysis
    1200 Sibley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409

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Jul 30, 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 30, 2018
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Meet Dr. Jim Yao, MD

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Nephrology
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FAQs About Dr. Yao's Practice

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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. Yao frequently treats the following conditions: Hypokalemia, Acidosis, Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia, Alkalosis and Hyperkalemia. See more on Sharecare.

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

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

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • West Virginia University
    2002
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • Wv University
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Rochester University Strong Memorial Hospital
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Jim Yao, MD Practices

  • Franciscan Health Dyer

    24 Joliet St, Dyer, IN

  • Franciscan Health Munster

    701 Superior Ave, Munster, IN

  • Community Hospital

    901 MacArthur Blvd, Munster, IN

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