Kaly Kao, M.D.
NPI 1730321993 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kaly Kao, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1730321993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730321993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A114330 (CA)
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
17 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
2,189 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 539 | $192 |
| 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 | 497 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 261 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 183 | $177 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 174 | $233 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-01
- Last updated
- 2013-10-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kaly Kao's NPI number?
- Kaly Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730321993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kaly Kao's specialty?
- Kaly Kao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kaly Kao located?
- Kaly Kao's practice location on file with NPPES is 2911 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1815.
- What is Kaly Kao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kaly Kao is (831) 458-6240.
- Does Kaly Kao accept Medicare?
- Kaly Kao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kaly Kao's NPI active?
- Yes — Kaly Kao's NPI (1730321993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.