Daniel Dao
NPI 1487888210 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Dao is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1487888210).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487888210
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H-4266 (TX)
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
17 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
372 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Injection, Drainage Or Aspiration Procedures on Spine Or Spinal Cord of Lower Back Accessed Through Skin Using Imaging Guidance01938 | 82 | $102 |
| Anesthesia for Nerve Destruction Procedures on Spine Or Spinal Cord of Lower Back Accessed Through Skin Using Imaging Guidance01940 | 80 | $120 |
| Anesthesia for Closed Procedure on Pubic Bone Or Pelvic Joint01160 | 79 | $101 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Skin, Muscles, Or Nerves of Head, Neck, and Upper Back00300 | 37 | $118 |
| Anesthesia for Nerve Destruction Procedures on Spine Or Spinal Cord of Neck Or Upper Back Accessed Through Skin Using Imaging Guidance01939 | 33 | $122 |
| Anesthesia for Injection, Drainage Or Aspiration Procedures on Spine Or Spinal Cord of Neck Or Upper Back Accessed Through Skin Using Imaging Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 91 |
| Fentanyl | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 36 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 26 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 24 |
| Methadone Hcl | 23 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 23 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 |
| Carbamazepine | 13 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-07
- Last updated
- 2009-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Dao's NPI number?
- Daniel Dao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487888210, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Dao's specialty?
- Daniel Dao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Dao located?
- Daniel Dao's practice location on file with NPPES is 909 Frostwood Dr, Houston, TX 77024-2301.
- What is Daniel Dao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Dao is (713) 973-9992.
- Does Daniel Dao accept Medicare?
- Daniel Dao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Dao's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Dao's NPI (1487888210) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.