Jonathan Kao, MD
NPI 1295779684 · Ophthalmology Physician · Mesa, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jonathan Kao, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Mesa, AZ (NPI 1295779684).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295779684
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006007890 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
3,534 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 554 | $122 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 528 | $36 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 443 | $86 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 282 | $34 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 246 | $38 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 214 | $22 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 434 | 259 |
| Ofloxacin | 262 | 176 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 235 | 147 |
| Latanoprost | 136 | 48 |
| Timolol Maleate | 124 | 43 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 56 | 22 |
| Fluorometholone | 40 | 20 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-15
- Last updated
- 2007-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jonathan Kao's NPI number?
- Jonathan Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295779684, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jonathan Kao's specialty?
- Jonathan Kao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jonathan Kao located?
- Jonathan Kao's practice location on file with NPPES is 5620 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206-1438.
- What is Jonathan Kao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jonathan Kao is (480) 981-6111.
- Does Jonathan Kao accept Medicare?
- Jonathan Kao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jonathan Kao's NPI active?
- Yes — Jonathan Kao's NPI (1295779684) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-09-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.