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DR. ANDREW WEN-HAN CHAO M.D.
NPI 1699062893
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Augusta, GA

Active since July 08, 2011PECOS Enrolled
77.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
1120 15TH ST, AUGUSTA, GA 30912(706) 721-2423 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 8, 2017, Sep 30, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Andrew Wen-han Chao M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ANDREW WEN-HAN CHAO M.D. (NPI 1699062893) is an individual infectious disease provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (072258) and active in the NPI registry since July 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699062893
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. ANDREW WEN-HAN CHAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1120 15TH STAugusta, GA 30912-0004
Mailing Address1499 Walton Way Ste 1400Augusta, GA 30901-2603 · (706) 446-5941
Phone(706) 721-2423
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1699062893 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 072258
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
1120 15TH ST, Augusta, GA 30912
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Other Identifiers 1

Other072258GA · Ga Licenses

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Andrew Wen-han Chao M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID7315162963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140715002319
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 Andrew Chao reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Augusta University
0.1 mi
Hospitalist
1120 15TH ST
Augusta, GA 30912
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 41 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760559124 (706) 721-6597
Au Medical Associates Inc
0.1 mi
Multi-Specialty
1120 15TH ST
Augusta, GA 30912
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 1,151 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841230620 (706) 721-2273
Laurens County Board Of Health
83 mi
Public Health or Welfare
103 MERCER DR STE B
Dublin, GA 31021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841505641 (478) 274-7949
Wellstar Medical Group, LLC
140 mi
Family Medicine
11685 ALPHARETTA HWY, SUITE 300
Roswell, GA 30076
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 3,885 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1922405729 (678) 325-6611

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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
82 services51 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
41 services29 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.
40 services38 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
22 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Piedmont Augusta Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110028
Location1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Au Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110034
Location1120 15th StreetAugusta, GA 30912 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30912 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

77.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.04
Promoting Interoperability92
Improvement Activities40
Cost60.7

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. TOYA HESTER KELLEY MD
Family Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-3157
DR. JACK BRADLEY ELLIS D.O.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
SAMI MOHAMMED ALSHEHRY
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1120 15TH ST, 1065
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2411
LUIS ALBERTO VELASQUEZ ZARATE M.D
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2771
DR. BRYAN RICHARD BROACH M.D.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
JANELLE MCGILL M.D.
Pediatrics
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
DR. KAYLA ASHLEY SHAHBAZIAN DO
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
ROSA MARIA LOPEZ RINCON
Anesthesiology
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 446-5836

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 Andrew Chao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Chao is 1699062893. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2011.

Where is Andrew Chao located?

Andrew Chao practices at 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912. The listed phone number is (706) 721-2423.

What is Andrew Chao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Andrew Chao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew Chao is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Andrew Chao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Andrew Chao reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Augusta University (Augusta, GA), Au Medical Associates Inc (Augusta, GA), Laurens County Board Of Health (Dublin, GA) and Wellstar Medical Group, LLC (Roswell, GA). 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 Andrew Chao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Andrew Chao accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Andrew Chao 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 Andrew Chao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrew Chao is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital and Au Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Chao was last updated on November 8, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.