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JOY Y ZHAO MD
NPI 1275548992
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Burien, WA

Active since July 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE D4, BURIEN, WA 98166(206) 243-2187(206) 246-1583 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 24, 2020, Mar 31, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Joy Y Zhao Md NPPES

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

JOY Y ZHAO MD (NPI 1275548992) is an individual neurology provider in Burien, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00043896) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275548992
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameJOY Y ZHAOCredential: MD
Location Address16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE D4Burien, WA 98166-2967
Mailing Address16122 8th Ave Sw, Suite D4Burien, WA 98166-2967 · (206) 243-2187 · Fax (206) 246-1583
Phone(206) 243-2187
Fax(206) 246-1583
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJuly 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2020
✔ NPI 1275548992 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00043896
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Clinical NeurophysiologyTaxonomy 2084N0600X · License MD00043896 (WA)
16122 8TH AVE SW, Burien, WA 98166
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8410391WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joy Y Zhao 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 ID9436113248
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041111001112
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 5

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.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
189 services45 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
71 services51 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
43 services20 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
31 services31 patients
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies 95911
Nerve conduction studies involve sending small electrical shocks through the skin to measure how quickly nerves transmit signals. This helps detect nerve damage. 9-10 studies mean this process will be repeated on different nerves to gather comprehensive data.
16 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98166 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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 13

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

HELEN LOUIE MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
16122 8TH AVE SW
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 380-6435
MEGAN KELLY MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE E-5
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 241-0824
CENTER FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH P C
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE E 1
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 246-2291
RUSSELL TROUTMAN MD PA
Surgery
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE D-1
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 244-1680
MS. KIMBERLY D THOMPSON MSN, ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
16122 8TH AVE SW, STE E-1
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 246-2291
BARRY BOCKOW MD PS
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE D3
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 246-7880
HIGHLINE MEDICAL GROUP
Obstetrics & Gynecology
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE E-5
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 241-0824
DR. RICHARD E STEIN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
16122 8TH AVE SW, SUITE E3
BURIEN, WA 98166
King County (206) 431-9771

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 Joy Zhao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joy Zhao is 1275548992. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 30, 2006.

Where is Joy Zhao located?

Joy Zhao practices at 16122 8th Ave SW Suite D4, Burien, WA 98166. The listed phone number is (206) 243-2187.

What is Joy Zhao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Joy Zhao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joy Zhao 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 Joy Zhao accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Joy Zhao 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 Joy Zhao was last updated on June 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.