Zhi Mao, M.D
NPI 1609087600 · Nephrology Physician · Plano, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zhi Mao, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Plano, TX (NPI 1609087600).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609087600
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M8811 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
3,319 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 913 | $76 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 608 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 597 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 335 | $114 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 261 | $61 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 232 | 75 |
| Furosemide | 200 | 77 |
| Losartan Potassium | 198 | 58 |
| Calcitriol | 171 | 48 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 154 | 52 |
| Lisinopril | 142 | 51 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 100 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$779 across 24 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2024-08-27
- Certified
- 2024-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zhi Mao's NPI number?
- Zhi Mao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609087600, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zhi Mao's specialty?
- Zhi Mao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zhi Mao located?
- Zhi Mao's practice location on file with NPPES is 1600 Coit Rd, Plano, TX 75075-6174.
- What is Zhi Mao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zhi Mao is (972) 295-9660.
- Does Zhi Mao accept Medicare?
- Zhi Mao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zhi Mao's NPI active?
- Yes — Zhi Mao's NPI (1609087600) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.