DR. WEIBIAO CAO M.D.
NPI 1528249075
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Providence, RI

Q: What is Weibiao Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Weibiao Cao is 1528249075. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 26, 2007.

Q: What is Weibiao Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Weibiao Cao was last updated on August 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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 November 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

593 EDDY ST, PROVIDENCE, RI 02903(401) 444-8450(401) 444-5088 Get Directions Write a Review

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

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About Dr. Weibiao Cao M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WEIBIAO CAO M.D. (NPI 1528249075) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Providence, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (MD13822) and active in the NPI registry since November 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528249075

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X

Provider Legal NameDR. WEIBIAO CAOCredential: M.D.

Location Address593 EDDY STProvidence, RI 02903-4923

Mailing Address15 La Salle SqProvidence, RI 02903-1814 · (401) 444-6779 · Fax (401) 444-6912

Phone(401) 444-8450

Fax(401) 444-5088

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateNovember 26, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 2026

NPPES CertifiedAugust 25, 2026

✔ NPI 1528249075 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X

License✔ Licensed in RI · MD13822

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

593 EDDY ST, Providence, RI 02903

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Weibiao 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 ID5698929438

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130204000208

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Weibiao Cao reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lifespan Physician Group, Inc.

Same address

General Practice

593 EDDY ST
Providence, RI 02903

Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
1,372 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1407116643 (401) 444-6779

Rhode Island Hospital

Same address

Multi-Specialty

593 EDDY ST
Providence, RI 02903

Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
358 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1154537520 (401) 444-6905

The Miriam Hospital

2.8 mi

Multi-Specialty

164 SUMMIT AVE
Providence, RI 02906

Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
93 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1598978744 (401) 444-5640

Newport Hospital

22 mi

Obstetrics & Gynecology

11 FRIENDSHIP ST
Newport, RI 02840

Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
72 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1063632180 (401) 444-6905

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 8

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

433 services216 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341

Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.

322 services74 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

119 services88 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307

A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.

86 services61 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

34 services32 patients

Surgical pathology, gross and microscopic examinations, for prostate needle biopsy, any method G0416

This procedure involves taking a small tissue sample from your gland located beneath your bladder. The sample is then examined under a microscope by a pathologist to check for any abnormalities or diseases. This is a standard method to ensure your well-being.

34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Saint Anne's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number220020

Location795 Middle StreetFall River, MA 02721 · Bristol County

Emergency services

Newport Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newport, RI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number410006

Location11 Friendship StreetNewport, RI 02840 · Newport County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rhode Island Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipTribal

CMS Certification Number410007

Location593 Eddy StreetProvidence, RI 02903 · Providence County

Emergency services

The Miriam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number410012

Location164 Summit AvenueProvidence, RI 02906 · Providence County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02903 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

$134.17 typical visit price

range $58.57 – $177.03

Typical copayment $33.54 (range $14.64 – $44.25)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$103.10 typical visit price

range $18.92 – $144.38

Typical copayment $25.77 (range $4.73 – $36.09)

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.

DR. KEITH-AUSTIN SCARFO D.O.

Anesthesiology

593 EDDY ST, APC 6
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-3777

AILEEN HSUEH

Surgery

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-8450

RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL

General Acute Care Hospital

593 EDDY ST, MAIN 4
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-7585

DR. GA HIE NAM M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-5057

EUGENIE ATALLAH

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 606-2645

BRET CAULFIELD

Physician Assistant

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-4000

JUNG HO GONG

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 793-2695

FANNY HUANG MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-4741

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 Weibiao Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Weibiao Cao is 1528249075. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 26, 2007.

Where is Weibiao Cao located?

Weibiao Cao practices at 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903. The listed phone number is (401) 444-8450.

What is Weibiao Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Weibiao Cao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Weibiao 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 organizations bill Medicare for Weibiao Cao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Weibiao Cao reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Lifespan Physician Group, Inc. (Providence, RI), Rhode Island Hospital (Providence, RI), The Miriam Hospital (Providence, RI) and Newport Hospital (Newport, RI). Each 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 Weibiao Cao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Weibiao Cao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Weibiao Cao is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, Newport Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Weibiao Cao was last updated on August 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.