Cherng Chao, MD
Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Cherng Chao is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology specialist based in Duarte, CA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Cherng Chao, MD in person in Duarte or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and afib (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.56/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 723dNPPES updated 2024-05-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 78% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202392.56/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
15
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescriptions Written
16
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $324
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Atrial Fibrillation.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+51%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.8k received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Cherng Chao's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
Board certified · May 29, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Taxonomy: 2085R0204X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
Po Box 512185, Los Angeles, CA 90051-0185
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190300
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Vascular & Interventional Radiology Care With Cherng Chao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cherng Chao for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Duarte required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherng Chao
NPI records show Dr. Chao as active with telehealth listed in Duarte, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 256-4673.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010-3012
Mailing Address
Po Box 512185, Los Angeles, CA 90051-0185
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