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LEE-WEI KAO
NPI 1669960431
Anesthesiology in Boston, MA

Active since April 27, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

NPPES record last updated: June 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 8, 2022, Apr 27, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Lee-wei Kao NPPES

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

LEE-WEI KAO (NPI 1669960431) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (291077) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669960431
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameLEE-WEI KAO
Location Address55 FRUIT STBoston, MA 02114
Mailing Address55 Fruit St, Grb 444Boston, MA 02114
Phone(617) 319-3940
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJune 8, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 8, 2022
✔ NPI 1669960431 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 291077
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.
55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114
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Accepted Insurance

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

Lee-wei Kao 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 ID6305196460
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220915002669
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

4

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

The General Hospital Corporation
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
55 FRUIT ST, BULFINCH 360
Boston, MA 02114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 6,234 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023049236 (617) 726-2000
Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc
Same address
Dermatology
55 FRUIT ST, BUL 2
Boston, MA 02114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 6,360 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801874573 (617) 724-0287
Associated Physicians Of Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians At Beth Is
2.5 mi
Emergency Medical Services
330 BROOKLINE AVE
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1245773308 (Massachusetts)
  • 1,006 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952358533 (617) 754-2320
Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc
2.5 mi
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 2,579 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194765438 (617) 754-9600

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 11

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 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.
32 services32 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
30 services30 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
29 services29 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
25 services25 patients
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.
22 services22 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mount Auburn Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220002
Location330 Mount Auburn StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

STUTI GIRISH SHROFF MD, MBBS
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2971
NANCY WANG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (017) 724-4000
DR. DUSAN HANIDZIAR M.D., PH.D.
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, GRAY-BIGELOW 444
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-3030
JOHN JOSEPH DANKO DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2000
DR. MICHAEL ANDREW LOBRITZ M.D, PH.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
55 FRUIT ST, DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, GRJ-504
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-9248
MS. KELLY ELISHA TRECARTIN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
55 FRUIT ST, BIGALOW 852 F
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-7400
JAMIE MARIE ALLEN NP
Nurse Practitioner
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-4410
DR. DHAVAL SANJEEV KOLTE M.B.B.S., PH.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 643-3238

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 Lee-wei Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lee-wei Kao is 1669960431. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2018.

Where is Lee-wei Kao located?

Lee-wei Kao practices at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 319-3940.

What is Lee-wei Kao's specialty?

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

Is Lee-wei Kao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lee-wei 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 Lee-wei Kao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lee-wei Kao reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: The General Hospital Corporation (Boston, MA), Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA), Associated Physicians Of Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians At Beth Is (Boston, MA) and Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc (Boston, MA). 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 Lee-wei Kao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lee-wei Kao accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Lee-wei 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.

Is Lee-wei Kao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lee-wei Kao is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lee-wei Kao was last updated on June 8, 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.