DR. DAMON H. CAO M.D.
NPI 1790133049
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Damon Cao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Damon Cao is 1790133049. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 26, 2016.

Q: What is Damon Cao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Damon Cao was last updated on February 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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 May 26, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6720 BERTNER AVE, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 798-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 2, 2026, Jan 21, 2026, Apr 25, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Damon H. Cao M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAMON H. CAO M.D. (NPI 1790133049) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (T6204) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains a secondary practice location in Chicago.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790133049

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X

Provider Legal NameDR. DAMON H. CAOCredential: M.D.

Location Address6720 BERTNER AVEHouston, TX 77030-2604

Mailing Address2525 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616-2315 · (312) 567-2000

Phone(713) 798-2222

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateMay 26, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2026

✔ NPI 1790133049 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0200X

License✔ Licensed in TX · T6204

Definition

An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License T6204 (TX), 125068720 (IL)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · NephrologyTaxonomy 207RN0300X · License T6204 (TX)

6720 BERTNER AVE, Houston, TX 77030

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12525 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616-2315 · Phone (312) 567-2000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, WellPoint.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. Damon H. Cao M.d. 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 ID7719218288

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220709000849

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 Damon Cao reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Baylor College Of Medicine

0.7 mi

Medical Genetics, Ph.D. Medical Genetics

7200 CAMBRIDGE ST FL 10
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,554 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1881026664 (713) 798-0000

Houston Intensivists PLLC

25 mi

Internal Medicine

451 KINGWOOD MEDICAL DR STE 100
Kingwood, TX 77339

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

NPI 1962055749 (281) 943-2794

Renaissance Icu Group

293 mi

Critical Care Medicine

5501 S MCCOLL RD
Edinburg, TX 78539

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

NPI 1740715820 (956) 362-8677

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 6

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 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.

252 services148 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

201 services118 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.

30 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.

20 services19 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.

12 services12 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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450193

Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services

Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450775

Location22999 Us Hwy 59Kingwood, TX 77325 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$102.71 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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.

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.

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