DR. DANIEL JOSEPH KAO M.D.,PH.D.
NPI 1215170923
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Aurora, CO

Q: What is Daniel Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Kao is 1215170923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2009.

Q: What is Daniel Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Kao was last updated on July 14, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.

Active since April 10, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.11/100

CMS Quality Rating

12700 E 19TH AVE STE B146, AURORA, CO 80045(303) 724-1891 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Daniel Joseph Kao M.d.,ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. DANIEL JOSEPH KAO M.D.,PH.D. (NPI 1215170923) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Aurora, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0055440) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, Denver (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215170923

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameDR. DANIEL JOSEPH KAOCredential: M.D.,PH.D.

Location Address12700 E 19TH AVE STE B146Aurora, CO 80045-2560

Mailing Address12700 E 19th Ave Ste B146Aurora, CO 80045-2560 · (303) 724-1891

Phone(303) 724-1891

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Colorado School Of Medicine, DenverGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2015

✔ NPI 1215170923 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

License✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0055440

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

12700 E 19TH AVE STE B146, Aurora, CO 80045

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Daniel Joseph Kao M.d.,ph.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 ID7618111659

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150812007101

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 4

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.

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

45 services45 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

35 services34 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

20 services20 patients

Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378

This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.

16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80045 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

$132.55 typical visit price

range $58.06 – $174.82

Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$102.03 typical visit price

range $18.88 – $142.79

Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.11/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

90.23

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

73.49

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 Daniel Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Kao is 1215170923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2009.

Where is Daniel Kao located?

Daniel Kao practices at 12700 E 19th Ave Ste B146, Aurora, CO 80045. The listed phone number is (303) 724-1891.

What is Daniel Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Daniel Kao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel Kao 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 Daniel Kao accept?

Health plans from Medica and UnitedHealthcare list Daniel Kao 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 Daniel Kao was last updated on July 14, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.