Yi Gao, MD
NPI 1457857336 · Dermatology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yi Gao, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1457857336).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457857336
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66697 (AZ)
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
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,825 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,764 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 448 | $88 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 372 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 340 | $123 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 291 | $108 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 278 | 166 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 255 | 142 |
| Ketoconazole | 140 | 77 |
| Hydrocortisone | 93 | 63 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 87 | 23 |
| Metronidazole | 67 | 46 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 64 | 39 |
| Mupirocin | 61 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,484 across 71 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 8817 E Bell Rd Ste 101Scottsdale, AZ 85260-1589Phone: (480) 513-9440Fax: (480) 513-2322
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-01
- Last updated
- 2025-12-19
- Certified
- 2025-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yi Gao's NPI number?
- Yi Gao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457857336, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yi Gao's specialty?
- Yi Gao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yi Gao located?
- Yi Gao's practice location on file with NPPES is 9250 N 3rd St Ste 3025, Phoenix, AZ 85020-2428.
- What is Yi Gao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yi Gao is (602) 944-4628.
- Does Yi Gao accept Medicare?
- Yi Gao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yi Gao's NPI active?
- Yes — Yi Gao's NPI (1457857336) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.