Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Albert Kao, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Daly City, CA
- NPI 1225099286
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1498 Southgate Ave, Suite 102
Daly City, CA 940154015
(650) 755-4492
fax (650) 775-4466 - Mailing address
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2149 E Warner RD Ste 102
Tempe, AZ 852843495
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 26, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A75956
- Medicaid
- CA #00A759560
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225099286. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,738
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$349,413
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 429 | 184 | $105 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 271 | 126 | $128 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 225 | 52 | $404 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 176 | 21 | $332 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 162 | 95 | $209 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 150 | 84 | $88 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 146 | 65 | $235 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 52 | 47 | $193 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 51 | 17 | $339 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 46 | 24 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$35
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $34.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,959
Patients
649
Total drug cost
$334,793
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 343 | 109 | $4,330 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 264 | 78 | $5,234 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 202 | 62 | $4,834 |
| Irbesartan | Generic | 161 | 49 | $6,845 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 156 | 50 | $245,904 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 122 | 47 | $1,829 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 108 | 38 | $2,731 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 104 | 39 | $2,924 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 104 | 39 | $47,634 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 98 | 35 | $3,262 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Albert Kao's medical specialty?
Dr. Albert Kao practices Nephrology Physician in Daly City, CA.
Where does Dr. Albert Kao practice?
Dr. Albert Kao practices at 1498 Southgate Ave, Daly City, CA 940154015. Office phone: 6507554492.
What is Dr. Albert Kao's NPI?
Dr. Albert Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225099286, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Albert Kao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Albert Kao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Albert Kao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.