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KAREN MICHELLE PHAN WAI MD
NPI 1073017208
Ophthalmology in Stanford, CA

Active since March 21, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 PASTEUR DR, STANFORD, CA 94305(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2025, Apr 4, 2024, Jul 6, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Karen Michelle Phan Wai Md NPPES

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

KAREN MICHELLE PHAN WAI MD (NPI 1073017208) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Stanford, California, licensed in California (A176636) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073017208
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN MICHELLE PHAN WAICredential: MD
Location Address300 PASTEUR DRStanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200 · (650) 723-4000
Phone(650) 723-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 21, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 17, 2025
✔ NPI 1073017208 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A176636
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
300 PASTEUR DR, Stanford, CA 94305
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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

Karen Michelle Phan Wai 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 ID7911386495
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220614002880
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 7

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.

Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
328 services254 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.
179 services133 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
138 services138 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
67 services36 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.
30 services29 patients
Removal of eye fluid (vitreous) between lens and retina 67036
This procedure, known as a vitrectomy, involves removing some or all of the vitreous humor, the clear gel-like substance in the eye. It's done to treat various eye conditions, like retinal detachment or macular hole. The aim is to improve or stabilize vision. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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.

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.

PRISTA CHARUWORN MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 PASTEUR DR, ALWAY BUILD M211, MC 5187
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-6661
ANDREW CHARLES PICEL M.D
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
MATTHEW A WRIGHT M.D. PH.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
DR. QUAZI ZUBAIR AL-TARIQ M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
ANGIE DEE MURKINS NP
Nurse Practitioner
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
DR. JAMSHID GHAJAR MD PHD
Neurological Surgery
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
SARA BAKHTARY M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
300 PASTEUR DR, LANE 235
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-5252
YU KUANG LAI MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000

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 Karen Wai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Wai is 1073017208. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 21, 2018.

Where is Karen Wai located?

Karen Wai practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-4000.

What is Karen Wai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Karen Wai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Wai 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 Karen Wai was last updated on March 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.