DR. VU ANH CAO MD
NPI 1669493235
Anesthesiology in Dallas, TX

Q: What is Vu Anh Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vu Anh Cao is 1669493235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Q: What is Vu Anh Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vu Anh Cao was last updated on June 4, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125, DALLAS, TX 75287(972) 422-5941(972) 881-4390 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Vu Anh Cao Md NPPES

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

DR. VU ANH CAO MD (NPI 1669493235) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (L0995) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, and is a graduate of Oklahoma State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669493235

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. VU ANH CAOCredential: MD

Location Address17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125Dallas, TX 75287-7337

Mailing Address17480 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 125Dallas, TX 75287-7337 · (972) 422-5941 · Fax (972) 881-4390

Phone(972) 422-5941

Fax(972) 881-4390

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOklahoma State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 4, 2014

✔ NPI 1669493235 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · L0995

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

17480 DALLAS PKWY, Dallas, TX 75287

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN00101VTX

Medicare PIN00991UTX

Medicare PIN8A6132TX

Medicare PIN8A6195TX

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Vu Anh Cao 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 ID5395733398

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040712000394

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 Vu Anh Cao reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Greater Texas Anesthesia Consultants PLLC

4.0 mi

Anesthesiology

4005 W 15TH ST
Plano, TX 75093

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
47 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1588201073 (972) 519-1100

Optima Anesthesia PLLC

7.2 mi

Anesthesiology

400 CHISHOLM PL STE 114
Plano, TX 75075

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
8 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841657863 (972) 588-4541

John Vu Anh Cao, Do, PA

7.2 mi

Anesthesiology

400 CHISHOLM PL STE 406
Plano, TX 75075

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment

NPI 1063458933 (972) 588-4541

Endo Sedation LLC

14 mi

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1001 SURREY LN
Flower Mound, TX 75022

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
710 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1114270931 (817) 337-3671

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 4

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

40 services40 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of lower leg, ankle, and foot 01470

Anesthesia for procedures on the lower leg, ankle, and foot involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It numbs the nerves in the specific area, making you comfortable and pain-free while the doctors work on muscles, tendons, or tissues.

32 services28 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450771

Location6200 W Parker RdPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number450890

Location4700 Alliance BoulevardPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County

Emergency services

Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670025

Location1100 Allied DrivePlano, TX 75093 · Collin County

Emergency services

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.

O. ROBERT DAVIS, MD, PA

Anesthesiology

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (972) 488-8926

KEIANDRIA COLEMAN

Specialist/Technologist (Speech-Language Assistant)

17480 DALLAS PKWY, #221
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (214) 623-5900

MS. AUDREY C COOK MS, LPC, NCC

Counselor (Professional)

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 231
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (972) 733-0050

WILLIAM PAVLOVSKY OTR, CAPS

Occupational Therapist

17480 DALLAS PKWY
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (214) 623-5900

CHRISTINA RILEY

Occupational Therapy Assistant

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 221
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (214) 623-5990

JOHN T. BOTTS MD PA

Anesthesiology

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (972) 488-8926

DR. KENT B TURNER MD

Anesthesiology

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (972) 488-8926

DR. GORDON SCOTT DAVIS DO

Anesthesiology

17480 DALLAS PKWY, SUITE 125
DALLAS, TX 75287

Collin County (972) 488-8926

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 Vu Anh Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vu Anh Cao is 1669493235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Where is Vu Anh Cao located?

Vu Anh Cao practices at 17480 Dallas Pkwy Suite 125, Dallas, TX 75287. The listed phone number is (972) 422-5941.

What is Vu Anh Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Vu Anh Cao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vu Anh 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 Vu Anh Cao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vu Anh Cao reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Greater Texas Anesthesia Consultants PLLC (Plano, TX), Optima Anesthesia PLLC (Plano, TX), John Vu Anh Cao, Do, PA (Plano, TX) and Endo Sedation LLC (Flower Mound, TX). 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 Vu Anh Cao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Vu Anh Cao accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Vu Anh 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 Vu Anh Cao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vu Anh Cao is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano and Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vu Anh Cao was last updated on June 4, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.