ERIC GAO DO
NPI 1134709587
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Lima, OH

Q: What is Eric Gao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Gao is 1134709587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2021.

Q: What is Eric Gao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Gao was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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 April 10, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

770 W HIGH ST, LIMA, OH 45801(419) 996-5033(419) 996-5266 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 14, 2025, Jul 15, 2024, Jun 7, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Eric Gao Do NPPES

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

ERIC GAO DO (NPI 1134709587) is an individual psychiatry provider in Lima, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (34.016921) and active in the NPI registry since April 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Health-st Rita's Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134709587

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X

Provider Legal NameERIC GAOCredential: DO

Location Address770 W HIGH STLima, OH 45801-3990

Mailing Address702 Commerce Dr Ste 140Perrysburg, OH 43551-5239 · (571) 525-8048

Phone(419) 996-5033

Fax(419) 996-5266

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSMarian University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2021

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2021

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025

✔ NPI 1134709587 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084P0800X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 34.016921

Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

770 W HIGH ST, Lima, OH 45801

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13000 Arlington Ave # 1193Toledo, OH 43614-2595 · Phone (419) 383-5686

Location 2702 Commerce Dr Ste 140Perrysburg, OH 43551-5239 · Phone (571) 525-8048

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Eric Gao Do 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 ID7416350210

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240923001371

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

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

Mercy Health Physicians Lima Specialty Care LLC

1.2 mi

Surgery

830 W HIGH ST STE 206
Lima, OH 45801

Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
439 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1518589803 (888) 696-3541

Rt Clinics LLC

62 mi

Psychiatry

900 W SOUTH BOUNDARY ST BLDG 3
Perrysburg, OH 43551

Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
6 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1972362002 (419) 272-8005

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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lima, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number360066

Location730 West Market StreetLima, OH 45801 · Allen County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45801 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

$166.65 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.65

Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$68.07 typical visit price

range $17.10 – $135.40

Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

LIMA EAR NOSE AND THROAT SPECIALISTS, LLC

Otolaryngology

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 460
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 224-5111

ALI S ALMUDALLAL M.D.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 160
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 996-5224

ROSA LINDA LOCKE-PORRECA LISW

Social Worker

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 300
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 996-5033

ANGELA MAAS CNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 460
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 226-4300

DR. MARC S. ROVNER M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 240
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 996-2686

SOHRAB DADFAR PH.D.

Psychologist (Clinical)

770 W HIGH ST, SUIT 300
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 996-5033

NEUROLOGY ASSOCIATES OF LIMA

Specialist

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 360
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 225-9210

MERCY HEALTH-ST RITAS MEDICAL CENTER LLC

Otolaryngology

770 W HIGH ST, SUITE 480
LIMA, OH 45801

Allen County (419) 227-9500

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 Eric Gao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Gao is 1134709587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2021.

Where is Eric Gao located?

Eric Gao practices at 770 W High St, Lima, OH 45801. The listed phone number is (419) 996-5033.

What is Eric Gao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Eric Gao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Gao 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 Eric Gao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eric Gao reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Mercy Health Physicians Lima Specialty Care LLC (Lima, OH) and Rt Clinics LLC (Perrysburg, OH). 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 Eric Gao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Eric Gao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 5 other insurers list Eric Gao 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 Eric Gao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eric Gao is affiliated with Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Gao was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.