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ANDREW C KAO MD
NPI 1730147224
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Kansas City, MO

Active since May 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000, KANSAS CITY, MO 64111(816) 931-1883(816) 756-3645 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 28, 2020, Jul 3, 2018, Nov 9, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Andrew C Kao Md NPPES

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

ANDREW C KAO MD (NPI 1730147224) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2004018264) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Luke's South Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730147224
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameANDREW C KAOCredential: MD
Location Address4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000Kansas City, MO 64111
Mailing Address901 E 104th StKansas City, MO 64131 · (816) 502-7117 · Fax (816) 932-9670
Phone(816) 931-1883
Fax(816) 756-3645
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateMay 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 28, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1730147224 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2004018264
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 2004018264 (MO)
4330 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64111
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Andrew C Kao 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 ID3274507397
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040824001176, I20040824001242
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
275 services257 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.
271 services217 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.
156 services61 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
140 services136 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.
101 services82 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
35 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Saint Luke's South Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Overland Park, KS
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number170185
Location12300 Metcalf AvenueOverland Park, KS 66213 · Johnson County
Emergency services

Saint Lukes North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260062
Location5830 N W Barry RoadKansas City, MO 64154 · Platte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260138
Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Luke's East Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lees Summit, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260216
Location100 N E Saint Luke's BoulevardLees Summit, MO 64086 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hedrick Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Chillicothe, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number261321
Location2799 North Washington StreetChillicothe, MO 64601 · Livingston County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64111 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $55.29 – $168.52
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $13.82 – $42.13)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.82 typical visit price
range $17.60 – $137.20
Typical copayment $24.45 (range $4.40 – $34.30)
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.

77.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.71
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.58

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers96 claims96 services$18.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers146 claims754 services$35.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Ambulatory infusion pump, single or multiple channels, electric or battery operated, with administrative equipment, worn by patient E0781
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers21 claims21 services$184.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, milrinone lactate, 5 mg J2260
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI026N
4 suppliers146 claims6,833 services$1.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
19 suppliers160 claims19,140 services$0.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers35 claims5,460 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

KRISTINA M CALKINS RN, BC, ANP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
TIMOTHY M BATEMAN MD
Nuclear Medicine (Nuclear Cardiology)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
DR. ANNA GRODZINSKY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
DANIEL A STEINHAUS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
4330 WORNALL RD, STE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
JASON B LINDSEY MD
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
LAUREN RASMUSSEN
Nurse Practitioner
4330 WORNALL RD, MEDICAL PLAZA III SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
KELSEY MEGARIS DNP, CCRN, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883
JAMES A GRANTHAM MD
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
4330 WORNALL RD, SUITE 2000
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 931-1883

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 Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Kao is 1730147224. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2006.

Where is Andrew Kao located?

Andrew Kao practices at 4330 Wornall Rd Suite 2000, Kansas City, MO 64111. The listed phone number is (816) 931-1883.

What is Andrew Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Andrew Kao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew 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.

What insurance does Andrew Kao accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Medica and UnitedHealthcare list Andrew 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 Andrew Kao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrew Kao is affiliated with Saint Luke's South Hospital, Saint Lukes North Hospital, St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, Saint Luke's East Hospital and Hedrick Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Kao was last updated on August 28, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.