Richard Kao, M.D.
NPI 1295048551 · Family Medicine Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Kao, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1295048551).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295048551
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A117556 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 81 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 514 | 229 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 218 | 97 |
| Losartan Potassium | 200 | 88 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 184 | 84 |
| Metformin Hcl | 177 | 75 |
| Lisinopril | 133 | 65 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-15
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Kao's NPI number?
- Richard Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295048551, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Kao's specialty?
- Richard Kao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Kao located?
- Richard Kao's practice location on file with NPPES is 510 Superior Ave Ste 200b, Newport Beach, CA 92663-3665.
- What is Richard Kao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Kao is (949) 791-3001.
- Does Richard Kao accept Medicare?
- Richard Kao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Kao's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Kao's NPI (1295048551) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.