Daniel Yao, M.D.
NPI 1619048972 · Urology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Yao, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1619048972).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619048972
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A83102 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3,280 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1,027 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 960 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 235 | $215 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 229 | $16 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 173 | $315 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 984 | 307 |
| Finasteride | 641 | 195 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 293 | 81 |
| Tadalafil | 167 | 50 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 99 | 30 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 81 | 61 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,423 across 9 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
- 2006-11-10
- Last updated
- 2020-05-13
- Certified
- 2020-05-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Yao's NPI number?
- Daniel Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619048972, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Yao's specialty?
- Daniel Yao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Yao located?
- Daniel Yao's practice location on file with NPPES is 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2302.
- What is Daniel Yao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Yao is (650) 321-4121.
- Does Daniel Yao accept Medicare?
- Daniel Yao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Yao's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Yao's NPI (1619048972) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.