Long Thao, M.D.
NPI 1245341445 · Family Medicine Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Long Thao, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1245341445).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245341445
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G66867 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,760 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 522 | $90 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 263 | $3 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 174 | $89 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 149 | $125 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 148 | $10 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 113 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 272 | 91 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 207 | 64 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 93 | 29 |
| Metformin Hcl | 93 | 36 |
| Gabapentin | 89 | 34 |
| Losartan Potassium | 64 | 17 |
| Albuterol Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$178 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Long Thao's NPI number?
- Long Thao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245341445, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Long Thao's specialty?
- Long Thao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Long Thao located?
- Long Thao's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348-2435.
- What is Long Thao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Long Thao is (209) 384-8426.
- Does Long Thao accept Medicare?
- Long Thao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Long Thao's NPI active?
- Yes — Long Thao's NPI (1245341445) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.