Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dennis Kao, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) · Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician · Seattle, WA
- NPI 1265503619
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
325 9Th Ave
Seattle, WA 981042420
(206) 744-5735 - Mailing address
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Po Box 50095
Seattle, WA 981455095
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 27, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD60672589
- Medicaid
- WA #1265503619
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265503619. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
399
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$43,870
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 55 | 55 | $129 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 53 | 53 | $129 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 52 | 52 | $80 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 47 | 34 | $36 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 35 | 35 | $79 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 31 | 26 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 22 | $64 | |
29848 |
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope | 23 | 22 | $485 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 19 | 14 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 19 | 18 | $64 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Seattle Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 25. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$143
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $125.03 | |
| Endo Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $17.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
252
Patients
174
Total drug cost
$1,624
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 89 | 75 | $443 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 72 | 31 | $312 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 52 | 50 | $691 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 18 | $67 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 19 | 0 | $111 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dennis Kao's medical specialty?
Dr. Dennis Kao practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Seattle, WA.
Where does Dr. Dennis Kao practice?
Dr. Dennis Kao practices at 325 9Th Ave, Seattle, WA 981042420. Office phone: 2067445735.
What is Dr. Dennis Kao's NPI?
Dr. Dennis Kao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265503619, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dennis Kao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dennis Kao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dennis Kao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.