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DR. KEVIN K TAO M.D.
NPI 1093905838
Emergency Medicine in Chicago, IL

Active since July 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
860 W BLACKHAWK ST, #902, CHICAGO, IL 60642(630) 660-8287 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Kevin K Tao M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KEVIN K TAO M.D. (NPI 1093905838) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036122799) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Chicago College Of Medicine And Surgery (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093905838
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KEVIN K TAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address860 W BLACKHAWK ST, #902Chicago, IL 60642-2510
Mailing Address860 W Blackhawk St, #902Chicago, IL 60642-2510 · (630) 660-8287
Phone(630) 660-8287
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSChicago College Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 2012
✔ NPI 1093905838 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036122799
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
860 W BLACKHAWK ST, Chicago, IL 60642
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Kevin K Tao 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 ID4082766928
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151012002404
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Kevin Tao reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cep America-California
1,574 mi
Emergency Medicine
250 N 1ST ST
Blythe, CA 92225
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,323 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710826581 (760) 922-4115
Franciscan Medical Group
1,737 mi
Family Medicine
1717 S J ST # MS 20-15
Tacoma, WA 98405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 20 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366539421 (253) 779-6100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
270 services269 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
134 services132 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
55 services54 patients
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.
34 services34 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.
21 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60642 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
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MR. HARVEY WONG LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
860 W BLACKHAWK ST, #2005
CHICAGO, IL 60642
Cook County (312) 654-1586
MRS. SHEFALIE PATEL M.A. CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
860 W BLACKHAWK ST, UNIT 1106
CHICAGO, IL 60642
Cook County (317) 514-1675
DR. JOHN A BRNA MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
860 W BLACKHAWK ST, #2806
CHICAGO, IL 60642
Cook County (847) 727-4643

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 Kevin Tao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kevin Tao is 1093905838. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2007.

Where is Kevin Tao located?

Kevin Tao practices at 860 W Blackhawk St #902, Chicago, IL 60642. The listed phone number is (630) 660-8287.

What is Kevin Tao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Kevin Tao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kevin Tao 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kevin Tao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kevin Tao reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Cep America-California (Blythe, CA) and Franciscan Medical Group (Tacoma, WA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kevin Tao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kevin Tao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Kevin Tao 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kevin Tao was last updated on March 28, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.