Qing Cao, MD
NPI 1912008897 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Qing Cao, MD is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1912008897).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912008897
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 213031 (MA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,234 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 465 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 181 | $27 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 155 | $76 |
| Evaluation of Fine Needle Aspirate With Interpretation and Report88173 | 96 | $67 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 77 | $33 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Selective Cellular Enhancement Technique88112 | 52 | $26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$26 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 (1)
- 759 Chestnut StSpringfield, MA 01199-1001Phone: (413) 794-4500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-26
- Last updated
- 2024-03-27
- Certified
- 2024-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Qing Cao's NPI number?
- Qing Cao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912008897, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Qing Cao's specialty?
- Qing Cao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Qing Cao located?
- Qing Cao's practice location on file with NPPES is 424 S 56th St Ste 120, Phoenix, AZ 85034-2177.
- What is Qing Cao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Qing Cao is (602) 685-5166.
- Does Qing Cao accept Medicare?
- Qing Cao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Qing Cao's NPI active?
- Yes — Qing Cao's NPI (1912008897) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.