DR. LINDA HUA CHAO MD
NPI 1780046458
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Cape May Court House, NJ

Q: What is Linda Chao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Chao is 1780046458. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Q: What is Linda Chao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Hand Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0106X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Chao was last updated on October 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 March 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.96/100

CMS Quality Rating

2 STONE HARBOR BLVD, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ 08210(609) 463-2273 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 17, 2023, Sep 22, 2022, Jun 30, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

On this page

About Dr. Linda Hua Chao Md NPPES

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

DR. LINDA HUA CHAO MD (NPI 1780046458) is an individual hand surgery provider in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA11604200) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cape Regional Medical Center Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Cape May Court House.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780046458

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207XS0106X

Provider Legal NameDR. LINDA HUA CHAOCredential: MD

Location Address2 STONE HARBOR BLVDCape May Court House, NJ 08210-2138

Mailing Address1 Federal St Ste 200Camden, NJ 08103-1088 · (848) 288-6935

Phone(609) 463-2273

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 17, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 17, 2023

✔ NPI 1780046458 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XS0106X

License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA11604200

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.

2 STONE HARBOR BLVD, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Open in Google Maps ↗

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1215 N Main StCape May Court House, NJ 08210-2192 · Phone (609) 778-1900 · Fax (609) 536-2888

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Oscar 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

Dr. Linda Hua Chao 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 ID9234422619

PECOS Enrollment IDI20221014000260

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 Linda Chao reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cape Physicians Associates PA

0.4 mi

Internal Medicine

11 VILLAGE DR
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
111 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1003805227 (609) 465-2273

Cooper Surgical Associates, PA

47 mi

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

2 PLAZA DR, SUITE 202, BUNKER HILL PLAZA
Sewell, NJ 08080

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
383 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841318813 (856) 270-4100

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 10

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, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

179 services51 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.

131 services88 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

55 services55 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.

48 services39 patients

Injection into tendon or ligament 20550

An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.

41 services33 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cape Regional Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Cape May Court House, NJ

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number310011

LocationTwo Stone Harbor BlvdCape May Court House, NJ 08210 · Cape May County

Emergency services

Cooper University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Camden, NJ

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number310014

Location1 Cooper PlazaCamden, NJ 08103 · Camden County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08210 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

$94.90 typical visit price

range $61.59 – $185.05

Typical copayment $23.72 (range $15.39 – $46.26)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$76.45 typical visit price

range $20.08 – $150.98

Typical copayment $19.11 (range $5.02 – $37.74)

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.

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.

82.96/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

80.83

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

55.22

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.

BETH-ANN BALESTRIERI SCHUMACHER MPT, LMT

Physical Therapist