Patricia Kao, MD
NPI 1508076126 · Nephrology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patricia Kao, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1508076126).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508076126
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2016032378 (MO)
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
19 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
296 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 81 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 68 | $123 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 54 | $68 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 37 | $113 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 16 | $3 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 90 | 21 |
| Carvedilol | 50 | 14 |
| Furosemide | 37 | — |
| Lisinopril | 29 | — |
| Torsemide | 22 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 19 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 17 | — |
| Bumetanide | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-23
- Last updated
- 2025-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patricia Kao's NPI number?
- Patricia Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508076126, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patricia Kao's specialty?
- Patricia Kao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patricia Kao located?
- Patricia Kao's practice location on file with NPPES is 4921 Parkview Pl, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1032.
- What is Patricia Kao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patricia Kao is (314) 362-7603.
- Does Patricia Kao accept Medicare?
- Patricia Kao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patricia Kao's NPI active?
- Yes — Patricia Kao's NPI (1508076126) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.