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CHAO-WEI TSAI MD
NPI 1447607171
Internal Medicine in Olympia, WA

Active since May 23, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
413 LILLY RD NE, OLYMPIA, WA 98506(360) 493-4083 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 4, 2022, Jul 28, 2021, Apr 12, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Chao-wei Tsai Md NPPES

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

CHAO-WEI TSAI MD (NPI 1447607171) is an individual internal medicine provider in Olympia, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61158561) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Providence Centralia Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447607171
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHAO-WEI TSAICredential: MD
Location Address413 LILLY RD NEOlympia, WA 98506-5133
Mailing AddressPo Box 3360Portland, OR 97208-3360
Phone(360) 493-4083
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 4, 2022
✔ NPI 1447607171 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD61158561✔ Licensed in NY · 298699
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License MD61158561 (WA)
413 LILLY RD NE, Olympia, WA 98506
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Accepted Insurance

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

Chao-wei Tsai 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 ID4082874896
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210730002485
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.

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.
358 services344 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.
59 services27 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
28 services26 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
15 services15 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Providence Centralia Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Centralia, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number500019
Location914 S Scheuber RoadCentralia, WA 98531 · Lewis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence St Peter Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500024
Location413 Lilly Road NEOlympia, WA 98506 · Thurston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Capital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500139
Location3900 Capital Mall Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502 · Thurston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Summit Pacific Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Elma, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501304
Location600 East Main StreetElma, WA 98541 · Grays Harbor County
Emergency services

Mason General Hospital & Family Of Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Shelton, WA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501336
Location901 Mt View DriveShelton, WA 98584 · Mason County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98506 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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 5

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers21 claims52 services$5.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers18 claims19 services$17.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers27 claims28 services$90.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
3 suppliers15 claims690 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers35 claims35 services$199.99 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 20

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

DR. JEFFREY HOWARD MD
Emergency Medicine
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 491-9480
DR. PENELOPE ANNE GOODE M.D.
Emergency Medicine
413 LILLY RD NE, OLYMPIA EMERGENCY SERVICES
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 493-4554
MR. URIEL JIMENEZ SANCHEZ
Pharmacist
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 493-7179
DANIEL HU
Pharmacist
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 493-5438
RAFFY JATAMOSA
Registered Nurse
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 491-9480
CHANH TAM NGUYEN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 493-7525
SUSAN A DERRY MD
Emergency Medicine
413 LILLY RD NE, MSDDH09
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 918-0119
AMORY E.W. BALLANTINE LICSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
413 LILLY RD NE
OLYMPIA, WA 98506
Thurston County (360) 491-9480

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 Chao-wei Tsai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chao-wei Tsai is 1447607171. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2016.

Where is Chao-wei Tsai located?

Chao-wei Tsai practices at 413 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506. The listed phone number is (360) 493-4083.

What is Chao-wei Tsai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Chao-wei Tsai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chao-wei Tsai 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 Chao-wei Tsai accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Chao-wei Tsai 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 Chao-wei Tsai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chao-wei Tsai is affiliated with Providence Centralia Hospital, Providence St Peter Hospital, Capital Medical Center, Summit Pacific Medical Center and Mason General Hospital & Family Of Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chao-wei Tsai was last updated on May 4, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.