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PAUL C KUO M.D.
NPI 1841374758
Surgery in Sarasota, FL

Active since October 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504, SARASOTA, FL 34239(941) 917-7494(941) 917-4340 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 31, 2021, Mar 23, 2018, Oct 19, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Paul C Kuo M.d. NPPES

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

PAUL C KUO M.D. (NPI 1841374758) is an individual surgery provider in Sarasota, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME134233) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Tampa.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841374758
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NamePAUL C KUOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504Sarasota, FL 34239-2941
Mailing AddressPo Box 947407Atlanta, GA 30394-7407 · (941) 917-2600 · Fax (941) 917-7884
Phone(941) 917-7494
Fax(941) 917-4340
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 23, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 23, 2025
✔ NPI 1841374758 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME134233✔ Licensed in IL · 036126594
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504, Sarasota, FL 34239
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12 Tampa General CirTampa, FL 33606-3603 · Phone (813) 974-2201

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid022681100FL
OtherB0OKYFL · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Molina Healthcare 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

Paul C Kuo 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 ID4880731793
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171130000869
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 4

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.
31 services26 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.
20 services20 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.
18 services18 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sarasota, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100087
Location1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239 · Sarasota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sarasota, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100166
Location5731 Bee Ridge RdSarasota, FL 34233 · Sarasota County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34239 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MONICA ROSE EAGER PA
Physician Assistant
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 952-4001
DONALD ALLEN JEWELL PA-C
Physician Assistant
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-8525
EVONNA ACKOUREY PA-C
Physician Assistant
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-8525
BILLY E. IVES JR. PA-C
Physician Assistant
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-8525
MRS. LINDSEY C SEMINARA PA-C
Physician Assistant
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 952-4001
MR. MATTHEW BAKOS D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-8525
LISA K LAPINSKI MBA, RD/LD, CDCES
Dietitian, Registered
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-4753
MICHAEL JAMES DAMIT M.D.
Surgery
1921 WALDEMERE ST STE 504
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Sarasota County (941) 917-1579

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 Paul Kuo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Kuo is 1841374758. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2006.

Where is Paul Kuo located?

Paul Kuo practices at 1921 Waldemere St Ste 504, Sarasota, FL 34239. The listed phone number is (941) 917-7494.

What is Paul Kuo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Paul Kuo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Kuo 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 Paul Kuo accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and UnitedHealthcare list Paul Kuo 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 Paul Kuo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Kuo is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Kuo was last updated on January 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.