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DR. JOHN ZHENG GAO MD
NPI 1215496351
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Albert Lea, MN

Active since March 18, 2019PECOS Enrolled
404 FOUNTAIN ST, ALBERT LEA, MN 56007(507) 373-2384 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Jul 14, 2026, Jul 11, 2025, Aug 22, 2024 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. John Zheng Gao Md NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ZHENG GAO MD (NPI 1215496351) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Albert Lea, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (79458) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Red Wing, and maintains 5 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215496351
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ZHENG GAOCredential: MD
Location Address404 FOUNTAIN STAlbert Lea, MN 56007-2406
Mailing AddressPo Box 860912Minneapolis, MN 55486-0912 · (507) 373-2384
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 18, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2026
NPI 1215496351 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 79458 Licensed in WI · 85590 Licensed in NY · 341571 Licensed in CA · A193508
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
404 FOUNTAIN ST, Albert Lea, MN 56007

Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 1800 West Ave SLA Crosse, WI 54601-8806 · Phone (608) 785-0940
Location 21000 1st Dr NWAustin, MN 55912-2941 · Phone (507) 433-7351
Location 31400 Bellinger StEau Claire, WI 54703-9943 · Phone (715) 838-5222
Location 41270 Prince Ave Ste 201Athens, GA 30606-2789 · Phone (706) 475-7055
Location 5757 Westwood PlzLos Angeles, CA 90095-2789 · Phone (310) 301-6800

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

Dr. John Zheng Gao 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 ID5092139147
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250717002845
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 2

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
52 services51 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Mayo Clinic Health System In Red Wing

Acute Care Hospitals · Red Wing, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240018
Location701 Hewitt BoulevardRed Wing, MN 55066 · Goodhue County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Albert Lea, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240043
Location404 West Fountain StreetAlbert Lea, MN 56007 · Freeborn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Owatonna Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Owatonna, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number240069
Location2250 26th Street NorthwestOwatonna, MN 55060 · Steele County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System - Lake City

Critical Access Hospitals · Lake City, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241338
Location500 West Grant StreetLake City, MN 55041 · Wabasha County
Emergency services

Mayo Clinic Health System - Cannon Falls

Critical Access Hospitals · Cannon Falls, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241346
Location32021 County 24 BoulevardCannon Falls, MN 55009 · Goodhue County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56007 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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 8

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

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Family Medicine
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Emergency Medicine
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Social Worker (Clinical)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
404 FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007

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 John Gao's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Gao is 1215496351. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2019.

Where is John Gao located?

John Gao practices at 404 Fountain St, Albert Lea, MN 56007. The listed phone number is (507) 373-2384.

What is John Gao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is John Gao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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.

What insurance does John Gao accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list John 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 John Gao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Gao is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Red Wing, Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin, Owatonna Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System - Lake City and Mayo Clinic Health System - Cannon Falls.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Gao was last updated on July 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 days 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.