MR. LEO LIN KAO MD
NPI 1013385830
Hospitalist in Port Charlotte, FL

Q: What is Leo Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leo Kao is 1013385830. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 10, 2015.

Q: What is Leo Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leo Kao was last updated on October 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since September 10, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2343 AARON ST, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33952(855) 979-5700(855) 979-5701 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 19, 2023, Jan 19, 2022, Oct 20, 2021 and 8 more (11 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Mr. Leo Lin Kao Md NPPES

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

MR. LEO LIN KAO MD (NPI 1013385830) is an individual hospitalist provider in Port Charlotte, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME134113) and active in the NPI registry since September 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lakewood Ranch.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013385830

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208M00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. LEO LIN KAOCredential: MD

Location Address2343 AARON STPort Charlotte, FL 33952-5305

Mailing Address8374 Market St # 194Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202-5137 · (941) 224-3786 · Fax (833) 914-2734

Phone(855) 979-5700

Fax(855) 979-5701

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateSeptember 10, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 202511 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2025

✔ NPI 1013385830 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208M00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME134113

Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME134113 (FL), MD186188 (OR)

2343 AARON ST, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19015 Town Center Pkwy Unit 112Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202-5012 · Phone (941) 224-3786 · Fax (833) 914-2734

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Leo Lin Kao Md 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 ID7416292487

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200124001030

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 8

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

1,861 services385 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

218 services114 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

190 services75 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

105 services105 patients

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.

99 services47 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441

A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.

63 services42 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sarasota, FL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100087

Location1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239 · Sarasota County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bradenton, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100299

Location8330 Lakewood Ranch BlvdBradenton, FL 34202 · Manatee County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice

Acute Care Hospitals · North Venice, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100359

Location2600 Laurel Rd ENorth Venice, FL 34275 · Sarasota County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33952 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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