Yusuf Chao, MD
NPI 1740671452 · Rheumatology Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yusuf Chao, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1740671452).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740671452
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U1481 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
940 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 233 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 196 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 113 | $87 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 63 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 59 | $7 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 111 | 50 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 65 | 28 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 56 | 29 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 34 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 22 | — |
| Immun Glob G(igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50brand: Gammagard Liquid | 19 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,395 across 113 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
- 2015-02-17
- Last updated
- 2025-12-22
- Certified
- 2025-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yusuf Chao's NPI number?
- Yusuf Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740671452, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yusuf Chao's specialty?
- Yusuf Chao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yusuf Chao located?
- Yusuf Chao's practice location on file with NPPES is 3600 Gaston Ave Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75246-1801.
- What is Yusuf Chao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yusuf Chao is (214) 823-6503.
- Does Yusuf Chao accept Medicare?
- Yusuf Chao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yusuf Chao's NPI active?
- Yes — Yusuf Chao's NPI (1740671452) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.