Cherng Chao, MD
NPI 1992960520 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Duarte, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cherng Chao, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Duarte, CA (NPI 1992960520).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992960520
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0081521 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
591 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 175 | $12 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 107 | $14 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 100 | $18 |
| Insertion of Central Venous Tube With Port (5 Years Or Older)36561 | 69 | $339 |
| Review By Radiologist of Ct Guidance for Needle Placement77012 | 33 | $71 |
| Replacement of Kidney Drainage Tube Using Imaging Guidance With Review By Radiologist50435 | 23 | $122 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,828 across 21 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
- 2008-07-23
- Last updated
- 2024-05-30
- Certified
- 2024-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cherng Chao's NPI number?
- Cherng Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992960520, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cherng Chao's specialty?
- Cherng Chao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cherng Chao located?
- Cherng Chao's practice location on file with NPPES is 1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010-3012.
- What is Cherng Chao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cherng Chao is (626) 256-4673.
- Does Cherng Chao accept Medicare?
- Cherng Chao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cherng Chao's NPI active?
- Yes — Cherng Chao's NPI (1992960520) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.