Er-Kai Gao, M.D.
NPI 1710064944 · Neurological Surgery Physician · La Mesa, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Er-Kai Gao, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in La Mesa, CA (NPI 1710064944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710064944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A71659 (CA)
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
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
4,784 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 1,955 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 885 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 365 | $177 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 347 | $174 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 197 | $112 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 141 | 40 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 87 | 23 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 55 | 17 |
| Memantine Hcl | 46 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 43 | 19 |
| Immun Glob G(igg)-Ifas/Glycinebrand: Panzyga | 34 | — |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,632 across 215 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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2021-09-08
- Certified
- 2021-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Er-Kai Gao's NPI number?
- Er-Kai Gao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710064944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Er-Kai Gao's specialty?
- Er-Kai Gao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Er-Kai Gao located?
- Er-Kai Gao's practice location on file with NPPES is 8851 Center Dr Ste 603, La Mesa, CA 91942-3063.
- What is Er-Kai Gao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Er-Kai Gao is (619) 667-4545.
- Does Er-Kai Gao accept Medicare?
- Er-Kai Gao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Er-Kai Gao's NPI active?
- Yes — Er-Kai Gao's NPI (1710064944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.