Hong Zhao, M.D.
NPI 1568696896 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hong Zhao, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1568696896).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568696896
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT195183 (PA)
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
1,613 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 | 845 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 227 | $186 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 197 | $95 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 136 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 50 | $231 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 189 | 47 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 90 | 18 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 62 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 60 | 13 |
| Letrozole | 46 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 45 | 15 |
| Acyclovir | 40 | — |
| Exemestane | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,518 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-14
- Last updated
- 2018-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hong Zhao's NPI number?
- Hong Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568696896, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hong Zhao's specialty?
- Hong Zhao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hong Zhao located?
- Hong Zhao's practice location on file with NPPES is 505 E Romie Ln Ste a, Salinas, CA 93901.
- What is Hong Zhao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hong Zhao is (831) 755-1701.
- Does Hong Zhao accept Medicare?
- Hong Zhao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hong Zhao's NPI active?
- Yes — Hong Zhao's NPI (1568696896) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.