David Lao, MD
NPI 1487817383 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Carmichael, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Lao, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Carmichael, CA (NPI 1487817383).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487817383
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A90449 (CA)
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
17 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
2,688 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 623 | $141 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 456 | $16 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 239 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 203 | $126 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 157 | $13 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 363 | 117 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 349 | 91 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 346 | 102 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 222 | 81 |
| Furosemide | 195 | 65 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 190 | 69 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,629 across 38 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
- 2008-07-10
- Last updated
- 2023-11-22
- Certified
- 2023-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Lao's NPI number?
- David Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487817383, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Lao's specialty?
- David Lao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Lao located?
- David Lao's practice location on file with NPPES is 6555 Coyle Ave Ste 280, Carmichael, CA 95608-0302.
- What is David Lao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Lao is (916) 536-3560.
- Does David Lao accept Medicare?
- David Lao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Lao's NPI active?
- Yes — David Lao's NPI (1487817383) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.