Luke Kao, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1639144330 · Neurology Physician · Columbia, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luke Kao, M.D., PH.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Columbia, MD (NPI 1639144330).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639144330
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- D0017575 (MD)
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
556 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 282 | $106 |
| Nerve Conduction, 5-6 Studies95909 | 134 | $148 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 111 | $141 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study95885 | 16 | $68 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 13 | $191 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $68–$191 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 166 | 27 |
| Levetiracetam | 29 | — |
| Trazodone Hcl | 25 | — |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 19 | — |
| Meclizine Hcl | 18 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 17 | — |
| Immun Glob G(igg)/Gly/Iga 0-50brand: Gammaplex | 17 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-17
- Last updated
- 2011-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luke Kao's NPI number?
- Luke Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639144330, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luke Kao's specialty?
- Luke Kao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luke Kao located?
- Luke Kao's practice location on file with NPPES is 11085 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044-2983.
- What is Luke Kao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luke Kao is (410) 730-1212.
- Does Luke Kao accept Medicare?
- Luke Kao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luke Kao's NPI active?
- Yes — Luke Kao's NPI (1639144330) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.