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CHRISTINE TUONG QUYEN CAO M.D.
NPI 1285926592
Emergency Medicine - Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine in New Orleans, LA

Active since May 04, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115(504) 897-7732(504) 897-7759 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 27, 2023, Jul 23, 2020, Mar 17, 2018 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Christine Tuong Quyen Cao M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTINE TUONG QUYEN CAO M.D. (NPI 1285926592) is an individual undersea and hyperbaric medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (300290) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285926592
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207PE0005X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTINE TUONG QUYEN CAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1New Orleans, LA 70115-3515
Mailing Address6221 S Claiborne Ave Ste 613New Orleans, LA 70125-4142 · (713) 408-9080 · Fax (504) 897-8726
Phone(504) 897-7732
Fax(504) 897-7759
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 4, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 27, 20236 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 27, 2023
✔ NPI 1285926592 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency Medicine · Undersea and Hyperbaric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207PE0005X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 300290
Definition
A specialist who treats decompression illness and diving accident cases and uses hyperbaric oxygen therapy to treat such conditions as carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, tissue damage from radiation and burns, and bone infections. This specialist also serves as a consultant to other physicians in all aspects of hyperbaric chamber operations, and assesses risks and applies appropriate standards to prevent disease and disability in divers and other persons working in altered atmospheric conditions.
Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License 300290 (LA)
1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christine Tuong Quyen Cao 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 ID1951693142
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160708000638
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christine Cao reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Christine Cao MD, LLC
Same address
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1
New Orleans, LA 70115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
NPI 1811407091 (504) 897-7732

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 7

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
237 services186 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
182 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
174 services50 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
155 services82 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
96 services47 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
94 services38 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

University Medical Center New Orleans

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190005
Location2000 Canal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70112 · Orleans County
Emergency services

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

West Jefferson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marrero, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190039
Location1101 Medical Center BlvdMarrero, LA 70072 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Touro Infirmary

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190046
Location1401 Foucher StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115 · Orleans County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70115 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.35 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$20.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. KAREEM R FAKHOURY MD
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
Orleans Parish (504) 897-8387
CHRISTINE CAO MD, LLC
Emergency Medicine (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine)
1401 FOUCHER ST FL 1
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
Orleans Parish (504) 897-7732

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 Christine Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Cao is 1285926592. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2011.

Where is Christine Cao located?

Christine Cao practices at 1401 Foucher St Fl 1, New Orleans, LA 70115. The listed phone number is (504) 897-7732.

What is Christine Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine, specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207PE0005X.

Is Christine Cao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Cao 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 organization bills Medicare for Christine Cao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christine Cao reassigns Medicare benefits to Christine Cao MD, LLC (New Orleans, LA). The 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 Christine Cao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christine Cao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 3 other insurers list Christine Cao 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 Christine Cao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christine Cao is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center Acute, West Jefferson Medical Center, Touro Infirmary and East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christine Cao was last updated on October 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.