Shu Cao
NPI 1356837009 · Rheumatology Physician · Great Neck, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shu Cao is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Great Neck, NY (NPI 1356837009).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356837009
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 335483 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
514 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 215 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 98 | $195 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 82 | $233 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 64 | $138 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 24 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 111 | 34 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 46 | 11 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 42 | 15 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 25 | 12 |
| Omeprazole | 19 | — |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 15 | — |
| Leflunomide | 14 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-07-05
- Last updated
- 2026-05-14
- Certified
- 2026-05-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shu Cao's NPI number?
- Shu Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356837009, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shu Cao's specialty?
- Shu Cao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shu Cao located?
- Shu Cao's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Northern Blvd Ste 260, Great Neck, NY 11021-5341.
- What is Shu Cao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shu Cao is (516) 928-6512.
- Does Shu Cao accept Medicare?
- Shu Cao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shu Cao's NPI active?
- Yes — Shu Cao's NPI (1356837009) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.