Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Tiffany N. Chao

Otolaryngology
Penn Otorhinolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 3rd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
13
conditions
Penn Otorhinolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 3rd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Tiffany Chao is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Chao is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Perichondritis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge.

Dr. Chao is board certified in Otolaryngology, 2021. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chao is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in PA

Board Certifications

Otolaryngology, 2021

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Hospital
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avalon Health Care
  • MEDICARE PDP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
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  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Nippon Life
  • INSURANCE PLAN
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Penn Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Other Locations
Penn Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery University City
3737 Market Street, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Chao has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Mouth Ulcers
Laryngitis
Ruptured Eardrum
Sinusitis
Tinnitus
Hearing Loss
Otitis
Tonsillitis
Tonsil Stones
Facial Paralysis
Nasal Polyps
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Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

28 Total Publications

Beyond the Milestones: Data and Decision-Making in Otolaryngology Clinical Competency Committees.
Beyond the Milestones: Data and Decision-Making in Otolaryngology Clinical Competency Committees.
Journal: The Laryngoscope
Published: October 17, 2025
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Philadelphia, PA 
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English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tiffany N. Chao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tiffany N. Chao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Tiffany N. Chao by calling their office at 800-789-7366. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Tiffany N. Chao a top-rated expert for Perichondritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tiffany N. Chao is classified as an Advanced expert for Perichondritis, 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. Tiffany N. Chao specialize in?

While Dr. Tiffany N. Chao is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Perichondritis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Tiffany N. Chao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tiffany N. Chao has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Perichondritis. You can view a list of Dr. Tiffany N. Chao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tiffany N. Chao accept my insurance?

Dr. Tiffany N. Chao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-789-7366 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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