Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jeffrey Chao, MD
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1831139435
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4147 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 921162509
(619) 281-1932
fax (619) 281-1947
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A60479
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831139435. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
841
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$86,684
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 389 | 50 | $107 | |
90838 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 1 hour | 265 | 24 | $110 | |
90833 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes | 84 | 34 | $67 | |
90836 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes | 69 | 23 | $83 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 34 | 16 | $133 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 54 peers in this city , average services per provider: 141. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$518
Transactions
24
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alkermes, Inc. | 7 | $160.64 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 5 | $118.52 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $86.07 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 5 | $82.87 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 2 | $40.98 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $29.36 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
438
Patients
22
Total drug cost
$93,123
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 49 | 11 | $2,291 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 48 | 0 | $1,703 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 39 | 0 | $2,055 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 39 | 0 | $740 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 35 | 0 | $667 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 35 | 11 | $275 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 32 | 0 | $372 |
| Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er (Desvenlafaxine Succinate) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $4,018 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 24 | 0 | $623 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 20 | 0 | $125 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jeffrey Chao's medical specialty?
Dr. Jeffrey Chao practices Psychiatry Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Jeffrey Chao practice?
Dr. Jeffrey Chao practices at 4147 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA 921162509. Office phone: 6192811932.
What is Dr. Jeffrey Chao's NPI?
Dr. Jeffrey Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831139435, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Chao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jeffrey Chao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jeffrey Chao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90838); Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90833). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.