DOUGLAS ZHI-WEN LIOU M.D.
NPI 1891052080
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Palo Alto, CA

Q: What is Douglas Liou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Liou is 1891052080. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2012.

Q: What is Douglas Liou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Liou was last updated on April 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 April 12, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

76.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

300 PASTEUR DR, PALO ALTO, CA 94304(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2024, Apr 3, 2023, Jun 15, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Douglas Zhi-wen Liou M.d. NPPES

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

DOUGLAS ZHI-WEN LIOU M.D. (NPI 1891052080) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (A119889) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891052080

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDOUGLAS ZHI-WEN LIOUCredential: M.D.

Location Address300 PASTEUR DRPalo Alto, CA 94304-2203

Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304-2203 · (650) 723-4000

Phone(650) 723-4000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateApril 12, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2024

✔ NPI 1891052080 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A119889

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License A119889 (CA)

300 PASTEUR DR, Palo Alto, CA 94304

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Douglas Zhi-wen Liou 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 ID6305095845

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180705000404

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 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

262 services171 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

89 services89 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.

57 services51 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

49 services33 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

25 services25 patients

Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope 32674

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to access and remove lymph nodes in the chest cavity. It's a minimally invasive method, which can help in diagnosing or treating certain conditions.

21 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94304 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

$206.04 typical visit price

range $70.37 – $206.04

Typical copayment $51.51 (range $17.59 – $51.51)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$86.56 typical visit price

range $23.96 – $169.60

Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)

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.

76.5/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.31

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

43.95

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$45.45 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.

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