Tom L. Yao, MD
Tom L. Yao is a Neurological Surgery specialist based in Louisville, KY with over 24 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Tom L. Yao, MD has been part of the Louisville medical community since 2007 in group practice. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS data).
Older · 1948dNPPES updated 2021-01-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
210 E Gray St Ste 1105, Louisville, KY 40202-3907
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Stroke / TIA.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 21, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Taxonomy: 207T00000X
Education & Training
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Po Box 776351, Chicago, IL 60677-6351
Differs from practice location
Virtual Neurological Surgery Care With Tom L. Yao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tom L. Yao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Louisville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tom L. Yao
Dr. Yao is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Louisville, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (502) 583-1697.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Tom L. Yao
Practice Location
210 E Gray St Ste 1105, Louisville, KY 40202-3907
Mailing Address
Po Box 776351, Chicago, IL 60677-6351
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