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Dr. James Kao, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Murrieta, CA
- NPI 1760645121
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
28078 Baxter RD, Suite 530
Murrieta, CA 925631402
(951) 566-5229
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 24, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A113337
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1760645121. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
493
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$68,386
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 84 | $137 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 68 | 37 | $83 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 49 | 47 | $84 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 45 | 42 | $182 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 43 | 42 | $80 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 42 | 42 | $180 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 41 | 41 | $255 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 33 | 33 | $137 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 23 | 20 | $194 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 12 | 11 | $98 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Murrieta Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 44. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,344
Transactions
85
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 34 | $711.12 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 7 | $330.82 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 4 | $237.02 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 4 | $177.29 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 9 | $176.43 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 6 | $171.51 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 9 | $150.48 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $117.83 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $57.85 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $52.80 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $50.09 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 2 | $46.73 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $41.78 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $21.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
344
Patients
139
Total drug cost
$34,682
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 122 | 54 | $2,438 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 65 | 24 | $1,617 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 49 | 19 | $1,337 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 48 | 18 | $1,287 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 24 | 12 | $24,810 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,047 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $190 |
| Lubiprostone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $1,957 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Kao's medical specialty?
Dr. James Kao practices Gastroenterology Physician in Murrieta, CA.
Where does Dr. James Kao practice?
Dr. James Kao practices at 28078 Baxter RD, Murrieta, CA 925631402. Office phone: 9515665229.
What is Dr. James Kao's NPI?
Dr. James Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760645121, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Kao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Kao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James 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 99232); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.