David Cai, M.D.
NPI 1609210525 · Otolaryngology Physician · Walla Walla, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Cai, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Walla Walla, WA (NPI 1609210525).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609210525
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 67068 (MT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
252 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 77 | $88 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 48 | $107 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 35 | $127 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 33 | $28 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 30 | $56 |
| Ct Scan of Face Without Contrast70486 | 17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 77 | 32 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 46 | 19 |
| Zafirlukast | 34 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 29 | 23 |
| Prednisone | 24 | 23 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 23 | — |
| Famotidine | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$891 across 15 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
- 2013-04-22
- Last updated
- 2026-01-07
- Certified
- 2026-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Cai's NPI number?
- David Cai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609210525, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Cai's specialty?
- David Cai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Cai located?
- David Cai's practice location on file with NPPES is 1017 S 2nd Ave Ste 1, Walla Walla, WA 99362-4183.
- What is David Cai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Cai is (509) 897-8200.
- Does David Cai accept Medicare?
- David Cai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Cai's NPI active?
- Yes — David Cai's NPI (1609210525) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.