Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Helen Kao, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Portland, OR
- NPI 1184657330
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 70.8 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park RD
Portland, OR 972393011
(503) 494-6551
fax (503) 494-0979
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Oregon #MD172847 · California #A88688
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184657330. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
86
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$14,650
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99345 |
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 38 | 38 | $194 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 25 | 18 | $178 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 23 | 11 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 209 peers in Portland Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
86
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$20,236
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $190 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $151 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 14 | 0 | $369 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $5,236 |
| Humalog Kwikpen U-100 (Insulin Lispro) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $6,772 |
| Toujeo Max Solostar (Insulin Glargine,Hum.Rec.Anlog) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $7,518 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Helen Kao's medical specialty?
Dr. Helen Kao practices Internal Medicine Physician in Portland, OR.
Where does Dr. Helen Kao practice?
Dr. Helen Kao practices at 3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park RD, Portland, OR 972393011. Office phone: 5034946551.
What is Dr. Helen Kao's NPI?
Dr. Helen Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184657330, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Helen Kao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Helen Kao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Helen Kao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99345); Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99350); Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.