PHU CAO
NPI 1497179626
Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Phu Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Phu Cao is 1497179626. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 7, 2014.

Q: What is Phu Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Phu Cao was last updated on September 25, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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 February 07, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

710 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, HOUSTON, TX 77090(402) 617-0178 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 25, 2019, Jul 19, 2017, Feb 9, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Phu Cao NPPES

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

PHU CAO (NPI 1497179626) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q2257) and active in the NPI registry since February 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Altus Lumberton Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Conroe.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497179626

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207P00000X

Provider Legal NamePHU CAO

Location Address710 CYPRESS CREEK PKWYHouston, TX 77090-3402

Mailing Address710 Cypress Creek PkwyHouston, TX 77090-3402

Phone(402) 617-0178

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateFebruary 7, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 20193 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1497179626 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207P00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · Q2257

Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

710 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, Houston, TX 77090

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1605 S Conroe Medical DrConroe, TX 77304-4722 · Phone (936) 539-4004

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.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

Phu Cao 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 ID2365747912

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180215002533

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

101 services97 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

64 services54 patients

Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283

An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.

59 services55 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.

16 services16 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Altus Lumberton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lumberton, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670134

Location220 Blanco StLumberton, TX 77657 · Hardin County

Emergency services

East Houston Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670320

Location15149 Wallisville RoadHouston, TX 77049 · Harris County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77090 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

$90.40 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$102.71 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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 20

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

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