Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Daniel Yao, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1619048972
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 321-4121 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 13, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A83102
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619048972. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,258
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$336,898
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 902 | 511 | $155 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 217 | 153 | $15 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 185 | 137 | $218 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 175 | 144 | $2 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 155 | 155 | $201 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 137 | 109 | $322 | |
64566 |
Insertion of lower leg neurostimulator electrode | 102 | 22 | $159 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 98 | 82 | $111 | |
51741 |
Electronic assessment of bladder emptying | 46 | 39 | $12 | |
J1580 |
Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 40 | 37 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Palo Alto Urology Physician, average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,423
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edap Technomed INC | 6 | $1,242.00 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $146.22 | |
| Procept BioRobotics Corporation | 1 | $20.75 | |
| Progenics Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $13.93 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,616
Patients
779
Total drug cost
$247,661
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 1,052 | 298 | $31,642 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 615 | 176 | $11,073 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 264 | 68 | $174,907 |
| Tadalafil | Generic | 115 | 30 | $2,553 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl ER (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 78 | 25 | $2,003 |
| Nitrofurantoin (Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal) | Brand | 69 | 14 | $1,895 |
| Silodosin | Generic | 65 | 20 | $8,311 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 63 | 28 | $518 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 58 | 42 | $384 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride ER (Oxybutynin Chloride) | Brand | 55 | 21 | $2,240 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Daniel Yao's medical specialty?
Dr. Daniel Yao practices Urology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Daniel Yao practice?
Dr. Daniel Yao practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6503214121.
What is Dr. Daniel Yao's NPI?
Dr. Daniel Yao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619048972, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Daniel Yao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Daniel Yao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Daniel Yao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding (HCPCS 51798); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.