CHRISTINA CHAO P.A.
NPI 1003158460
Physician Assistant in Norwalk, CT

Active since March 25, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 102, NORWALK, CT 06851(203) 810-4151 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christina Chao P.a. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTINA CHAO P.A. (NPI 1003158460) is an individual physician assistant in Norwalk, Connecticut and active in the NPI registry since March 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003158460
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTINA CHAOCredential: P.A.
Location Address761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 102Norwalk, CT 06851-1080
Mailing Address761 Main Ave, Suite 102Norwalk, CT 06851-1080 · (203) 810-4151
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 2013
NPI 1003158460 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

761 MAIN AVE, Norwalk, CT 06851

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christina Chao P.a. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7416199963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130812000858
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
399 services328 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
238 services59 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
168 services148 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
109 services94 patients
Application of ultraviolet light to skin 96900
Application of ultraviolet light to skin is a treatment process where a special type of light is directed onto the skin. It's often used to treat certain skin conditions, like psoriasis or vitiligo. It's a safe, controlled procedure performed by a healthcare professional.
94 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
86 services73 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06851 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$93.86 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $23.46 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Biopsy Follow-Up
Percentage of new patients whose biopsy results have been reviewed and communicated to the primary care/referring physician and patient by the performing physician
100%224 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%4,460 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
39%792 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
72%1,533 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 3,205 patients
Patients tobacco: 96% · 3,204 patients
1%140 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
99%3,053 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Psoriasis: Clinical Response to Oral Systemic or Biologic Medications
Percentage of psoriasis vulgaris patients receiving oral systemic or biologic therapy who meet minimal physician-or patient- reported disease activity levels.
25%28 patients
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user
99%593 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology)
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 200
NORWALK, CT 06851
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Fertility Facility)
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 200
NORWALK, CT 06851
Physician Assistant
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 101
NORWALK, CT 06851
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology)
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 200
NORWALK, CT 06851
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 201
NORWALK, CT 06851
Dermatology
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 102
NORWALK, CT 06851
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 203
NORWALK, CT 06851
Internal Medicine
761 MAIN AVE, SUITE 201
NORWALK, CT 06851

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christina Chao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christina Chao is 1003158460. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2013.

Where is Christina Chao located?

Christina Chao practices at 761 Main Ave Suite 102, Norwalk, CT 06851. The listed phone number is (203) 810-4151.

What is Christina Chao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christina Chao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christina Chao is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christina Chao was last updated on July 17, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.