Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Chao, M.D.
Infectious Disease Physician (CMS: Infectious Disease) · Augusta, GA
- NPI 1699062893
- MIPS 77.8 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1120 15Th St
Augusta, GA 309120004
(706) 721-2423 - Mailing address
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1499 Walton Way Ste 1400
Augusta, GA 309012603
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 8, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #072258
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699062893. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
160
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$15,395
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 59 | 39 | $76 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 48 | 33 | $95 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 31 | 31 | $127 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 11 | 11 | $64 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 11 | 11 | $158 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$582
Transactions
66
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ViiV Healthcare Company | 3 | $242.94 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 56 | $156.02 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $80.38 | |
| Shionogi Inc | 1 | $34.07 | |
| Melinta Therapeutics, LLC | 1 | $26.49 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $20.89 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $20.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
532
Patients
39
Total drug cost
$1,398,253
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biktarvy (Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala) | Brand | 187 | 25 | $762,405 |
| Symtuza (Darunavir/Cob/Emtri/Tenof Alaf) | Brand | 50 | 0 | $250,660 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 47 | 14 | $2,628 |
| Odefsey (Emtricitab/Rilpiviri/Tenof Ala) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $162,863 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $524 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $250 |
| Genvoya (Elviteg/Cob/Emtri/Tenof Alafen) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $94,115 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 20 | 0 | $154 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 17 | 0 | $34 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 16 | 0 | $193 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Chao's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Chao practices Infectious Disease Physician in Augusta, GA.
Where does Dr. Andrew Chao practice?
Dr. Andrew Chao practices at 1120 15Th St, Augusta, GA 309120004. Office phone: 7067212423.
What is Dr. Andrew Chao's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699062893, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Chao accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Andrew Chao does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Chao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.