Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shihao Lao, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgical Critical Care Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
- NPI 1790335180
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.2 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
101 Manning Dr
Chapel Hill, NC 275144220
(984) 974-1000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2019 — 7 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 9, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2019-02025
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790335180. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
67
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$8,606
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 30 | 30 | $166 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 22 | 20 | $114 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 15 | 12 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 1.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 1 | $19.70 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shihao Lao's medical specialty?
Dr. Shihao Lao practices Surgery Physician in Chapel Hill, NC.
Where does Dr. Shihao Lao practice?
Dr. Shihao Lao practices at 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 275144220. Office phone: 9849741000.
What is Dr. Shihao Lao's NPI?
Dr. Shihao Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790335180, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shihao Lao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shihao Lao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shihao Lao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.