Sao Liu, M.D.
NPI 1548275472 · Ophthalmology Physician · Omaha, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sao Liu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Omaha, NE (NPI 1548275472).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548275472
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17650 (NE)
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
19 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
2,415 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 367 | $412 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 313 | $16 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 280 | $138 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 256 | $41 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 211 | $237 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 208 | $83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 786 | 522 |
| Latanoprost | 577 | 145 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 551 | 326 |
| Timolol Maleate | 236 | 101 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 157 | 56 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 140 | 85 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 94 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$808 across 29 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
- 2006-07-29
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sao Liu's NPI number?
- Sao Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548275472, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sao Liu's specialty?
- Sao Liu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sao Liu located?
- Sao Liu's practice location on file with NPPES is 11606 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE 68154-4478.
- What is Sao Liu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sao Liu is (402) 493-3712.
- Does Sao Liu accept Medicare?
- Sao Liu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sao Liu's NPI active?
- Yes — Sao Liu's NPI (1548275472) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.