Michael Cao, P.T.
NPI 1740390533 · Physical Therapist · Fountain Valley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Therapist in Private Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Cao, P.T. is a Physical Therapist provider in Fountain Valley, CA (NPI 1740390533).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740390533
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical TherapistRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Credential
- P.T.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28743 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 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
3,988 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 2,319 | $26 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 823 | $22 |
| Electrical Stimulation (unattended), to One Or More Areas for Indication(s) Other Than Wound Care, As Part of a Therapy Plan of CareG0283 | 656 | $9 |
| Therapy Procedure to Re-Educate Brain-To-Nerve-To-Muscle Function, Each 15 Minutes97112 | 122 | $34 |
| Evaluation for Physical Therapy, Typically 45 Minutes97163 | 34 | $109 |
| Evaluation for Physical Therapy, Typically 30 Minutes97162 | 19 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2023-05-25
- Certified
- 2023-05-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Cao's NPI number?
- Michael Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740390533, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Cao's specialty?
- Michael Cao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Therapist (Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers).
- Where is Michael Cao located?
- Michael Cao's practice location on file with NPPES is 10900 Warner Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708-3846.
- What is Michael Cao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Cao is (714) 594-3972.
- Does Michael Cao accept Medicare?
- Michael Cao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Cao's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Cao's NPI (1740390533) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.