Overview
Sean Cao is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fountain Valley, California.
Dr. Cao is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Alagille Syndrome, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Dr. Cao is board certified in American Board Surgery.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
9940 Talbert Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sean G. Cao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sean G. Cao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sean G. Cao by calling their office at 714-378-5790. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sean G. Cao a top-rated expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sean G. Cao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Sean G. Cao specialize in?
While Dr. Sean G. Cao is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Hepatectomy, and Alagille Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Sean G. Cao accept my insurance?
Dr. Sean G. Cao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-378-5790 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Cao isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- Alagille SyndromeDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Alagille Syndrome.
- CholecystitisDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HepatectomyDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- PancreatectomyDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Cao isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Adrenal CancerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CellulitisDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- CholestasisDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrectomyDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- GastrostomyDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Liver CancerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- Retroperitoneal LiposarcomaDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- SplenectomyDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Cao isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
