CHOUA THAO M.D.
NPI 1053653576
Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ

Active since March 22, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1930 E THOMAS RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85016(602) 532-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2023, Jul 19, 2022, Dec 8, 2021 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2019).

About Choua Thao M.d. NPPES

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

CHOUA THAO M.D. (NPI 1053653576) is an individual hospitalist provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in California (A162785) and active in the NPI registry since March 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053653576
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameCHOUA THAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1930 E THOMAS RDPhoenix, AZ 85016-7711
Mailing Address1155 Mill St Ms M14Reno, NV 89502-1576 · (775) 982-5262 · Fax (775) 982-4196
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20237 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2023
NPI 1053653576 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in CA · A162785
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 ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 63680 (AZ)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD044299 (DC)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 18922 (NV), E-15968 (AR)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 18922 (NV)
1930 E THOMAS RD, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11155 Mill St MS W14Reno, NV 89502-1576 · Phone (775) 982-7878 · Fax (775) 982-4196
Location 2400 Maple Summit RdJerseyville, IL 62052-2028 · Phone (618) 498-8341

Accepted Insurance

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

Choua Thao M.d. 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 ID6901128081
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190715001832, I20210809003739, I20220804000254
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
434 services223 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
76 services70 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.
70 services58 patients
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624
This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.
40 services38 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
39 services37 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
23 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Wesley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wichita, KS
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number170123
Location550 N Hillside StreetWichita, KS 67214 · Sedgwick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Norfolk, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490007
Location600 Gresham DrNorfolk, VA 23507 · Norfolk City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85016 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$18.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers23 claims23 services$96.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Hospitalist
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Emergency Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
General Acute Care Hospital
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Emergency Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016

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 Choua Thao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Choua Thao is 1053653576. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2013.

Where is Choua Thao located?

Choua Thao practices at 1930 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016. The listed phone number is (602) 532-1000.

What is Choua Thao's specialty?

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

Is Choua Thao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Choua Thao 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.

What insurance does Choua Thao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 3 other insurers list Choua Thao as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Choua Thao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Choua Thao is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Choua Thao was last updated on July 31, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.