Tsai Chao, M.D.
NPI 1609850668 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Brooklyn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tsai Chao, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Brooklyn, NY (NPI 1609850668).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609850668
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 181825-1 (NY)
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
20 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
13,045 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 2,567 | $30 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 2,347 | $23 |
| Electrical Stimulation (unattended), to One Or More Areas for Indication(s) Other Than Wound Care, As Part of a Therapy Plan of CareG0283 | 2,160 | $10 |
| Application of Ultrasound, Each 15 Minutes97035 | 1,169 | $12 |
| Acupuncture, Each Additional 15 Minutes97811 | 916 | $31 |
| Acupuncture With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes97814 | 617 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 323 | 194 |
| Diclofenac Epolamine | 209 | 85 |
| Gabapentin | 207 | 73 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 115 | 48 |
| Celecoxib | 92 | 33 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 83 | 42 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 64 | — |
| Ibuprofen | 52 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-02
- Last updated
- 2020-02-11
- Certified
- 2020-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tsai Chao's NPI number?
- Tsai Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609850668, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tsai Chao's specialty?
- Tsai Chao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tsai Chao located?
- Tsai Chao's practice location on file with NPPES is 450 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203-2056.
- What is Tsai Chao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tsai Chao is (718) 270-2045.
- Does Tsai Chao accept Medicare?
- Tsai Chao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tsai Chao's NPI active?
- Yes — Tsai Chao's NPI (1609850668) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.