MRS. SARAH KAO M.D.
NPI 1568660538
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in San Diego, CA

Q: What is Sarah Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Kao is 1568660538. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2007. The provider is also known as Ms. Sarah Wi.

Q: What is Sarah Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Kao was last updated on November 3, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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 July 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

14292 MEDIATRICE LN, SAN DIEGO, CA 92129(858) 349-5231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Mrs. Sarah Kao M.d. NPPES

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

MRS. SARAH KAO M.D. (NPI 1568660538) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A102786) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568660538

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameMRS. SARAH KAOCredential: M.D.

Location Address14292 MEDIATRICE LNSan Diego, CA 92129-4318

Mailing Address14292 Mediatrice LnSan Diego, CA 92129-4318 · (858) 349-5231

Phone(858) 349-5231

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Davis School Of MedicineGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 3, 2016

✔ NPI 1568660538 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A102786

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

14292 MEDIATRICE LN, San Diego, CA 92129

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Sarah Wi

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.Insurance ›

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

Mrs. Sarah Kao 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 ID5294913117

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110624000043

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 Sarah Kao reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Health Diagnostics Of California A Professional Corporation

55 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

24022 CALLE DE LA PLATA STE 100
Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
116 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1245861368 (949) 330-8996

Memorialcare Medical Foundation

70 mi

Clinic/Center

17360 BROOKHURST ST
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
948 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1205167350 (877) 696-3622

Pronet Imaging Medical Group, Inc.

106 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

1516 COTNER AVE
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
311 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1528099488 (310) 445-2800

San Fernando Valley Interventional Radiology And Imaging Center

113 mi

Vascular-Interventional Technology

16311 VENTURA BLVD STE 120
Encino, CA 91436

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
329 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1942350889 (310) 445-2951

Smi Imaging, LLC

303 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

6740 E CAMELBACK RD STE 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
79 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1972004489 (602) 651-1945

Howard Simon MD PLLC

1,725 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

446 E ONTARIO ST STE 106
Chicago, IL 60611

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
27 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659930998 (312) 440-0016

Simonmed Imaging Florida LLC

2,085 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

14302 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
Tampa, FL 33613

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
77 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1477830818 (813) 979-7580

Howard John Simon MD PC

2,426 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

170 E 77TH ST LOWR LEVEL
New York, NY 10075

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
21 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1932768934 (212) 369-9200

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 24

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.

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575

Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.

2,001 services21 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.

412 services367 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.

305 services284 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

117 services75 patients

Mri scan of leg without contrast 73718

An MRI scan of the leg without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures in your leg, such as bones, muscles, and blood vessels. No contrast dye is used.

94 services86 patients

Ct scan of leg without contrast 73700

A CT scan of the leg is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your leg's bones, muscles, and blood vessels. It doesn't use contrast dye and doesn't cause any pain. It helps in diagnosing injuries or diseases.

81 services79 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

67 services65 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

58 services38 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.

56 services50 patients

Ct scan of arm without contrast 73200

A CT scan of the arm without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-ray technology to capture detailed images of your arm's structures. It doesn't involve any contrasting dye, hence, minimal preparation is required. It helps in diagnosing injuries or conditions affecting the arm.

54 services54 patients

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.

43 services30 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

38 services33 patients

Mri scan of pelvis without contrast 72195

An MRI scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the lower part of your body. This helps doctors to identify any abnormalities or issues in that area.

35 services35 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

33 services32 patients

X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views 72050

An X-ray of the upper spine with 4-5 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses radiation to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in your neck and upper back. This procedure helps identify issues like fractures, infections, or deformities.

26 services21 patients

Mri scan of arm without contrast 73218

An MRI scan of the arm without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the structures within your arm. This procedure helps in diagnosing injuries or diseases affecting muscles, bones, and joints.

24 services21 patients

X-ray of middle spine, 3 views 72072

An X-ray of the middle spine, with 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure where images are taken from different angles (front, side, and angled) to assess the health of your spine. It helps identify issues like fractures, tumors, or degenerative conditions.

22 services18 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

20 services19 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

20 services20 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.

20 services13 patients

X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views 72040

An X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.

19 services17 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

17 services16 patients

X-ray of middle spine, 2 views 72070

An X-ray of the middle spine, or thoracic spine, involves capturing two different images of the area. This non-invasive procedure uses small amounts of radiation to visualize the bones and tissues in your back, helping to identify any abnormalities or injuries.

16 services15 patients

Mri scan of leg before and after contrast 73720

An MRI scan of the leg involves using a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a contrast agent is injected into your body to enhance the images, highlighting certain areas for closer examination.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92129 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

$94.87 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Sarah Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Kao is 1568660538. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2007. The provider is also known as Ms. Sarah Wi.

Where is Sarah Kao located?

Sarah Kao practices at 14292 Mediatrice Ln, San Diego, CA 92129. The listed phone number is (858) 349-5231.

What is Sarah Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Sarah Kao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Kao 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 Sarah Kao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sarah Kao reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Health Diagnostics Of California A Professional Corporation (Laguna Hills, CA), Memorialcare Medical Foundation (Fountain Valley, CA), Pronet Imaging Medical Group, Inc. (Los Angeles, CA), San Fernando Valley Interventional Radiology And Imaging Center (Encino, CA), Smi Imaging, LLC (Scottsdale, AZ) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Sarah Kao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sarah Kao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona list Sarah Kao 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 Sarah Kao was last updated on November 3, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.