Yi Cao, M.D.
NPI 1639551914 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Newport, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yi Cao, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Newport, RI (NPI 1639551914).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639551914
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LP03514 (RI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,414 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 538 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 364 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 270 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 183 | $52 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 163 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 126 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$140 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 69 Turnpike AvePortsmouth, RI 02871-1419Phone: (401) 846-6400Fax: (401) 846-6034
- 825 Chalkstone AveProvidence, RI 02908-4728Phone: (401) 456-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-23
- Last updated
- 2021-03-31
- Certified
- 2021-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yi Cao's NPI number?
- Yi Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639551914, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yi Cao's specialty?
- Yi Cao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yi Cao located?
- Yi Cao's practice location on file with NPPES is 11 Friendship St, Newport, RI 02840-2209.
- What is Yi Cao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yi Cao is (401) 846-6400.
- Does Yi Cao accept Medicare?
- Yi Cao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yi Cao's NPI active?
- Yes — Yi Cao's NPI (1639551914) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.