2026 NPPES data Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician NPI 1225615206 DO
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MING-TSE KAO, DO

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician in KIRKSVILLE, Missouri. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
676
Medicare Part D claims · 73 beneficiaries · Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MING-TSE KAO, DO is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician ([object Object]) practicing in KIRKSVILLE, Missouri with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 676 claims across 73 beneficiaries — 12% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MING-TSE KAO, DO filed 676 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across KIRKSVILLE, Missouri. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

MING-TSE KAO, DO practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

MING-TSE KAO, DO at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/26/2021

NPI 1225615206

Primary specialty

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician

Niche

1,235 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

676 39% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,107

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician share within Missouri

1. Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician share within Missouri

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

MING-TSE KAO, DO is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician provider practicing in KIRKSVILLE, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DO. NPI: 1225615206. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

MING-TSE KAO, DO appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician provider holding DO credentials at 800 W JEFFERSON ST, KIRKSVILLE, MO, 63501, with a listed phone of (910) 892-1000. NPI 1225615206 was issued on 03/26/2021. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KAO most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 676 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 73 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $47K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,235 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 1,107 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

800 W JEFFERSON ST
KIRKSVILLE, MO 63501

Provider Details

NPI 1225615206
Specialty Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician
Credentials DO
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/26/2021

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MING-TSE KAO, DO bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

A T STILL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
KIRKSVILLE, MO

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

MING-TSE KAO, DO — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 676 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

676
Total Claims
$47K
Total Drug Cost
73
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,007
Total Day Supply
28,954
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$35K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K
Antibiotic Claims
18

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.88
Gender Split
49% female / 51% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Lisinopril
55
Atorvastatin Calcium
54
Amlodipine Besylate
33
Metoprolol Succinate
23
Levothyroxine Sodium
21
Losartan Potassium
21
Omeprazole
20
Gabapentin
17
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
15
Potassium Chloride
15

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician Overview

How MING-TSE KAO, DO fits within the Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician landscape nationally.

1,235
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician Providers in US
51
States with Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician
1,107
Avg Claims per Provider

MING-TSE KAO, DO's 676 claims are below the specialty average of 1,107.

Nearby Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician Providers in Missouri

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Missouri, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KAO.

Compare Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MING-TSE KAO, DO's specialty?
MING-TSE KAO, DO specializes in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician and practices in KIRKSVILLE, Missouri. Credentials: DO.
How much does MING-TSE KAO, DO prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MING-TSE KAO, DO wrote 676 Medicare Part D claims totaling $47K in drug costs for 73 beneficiaries.
Where is MING-TSE KAO, DO located?
MING-TSE KAO, DO is located at 800 W JEFFERSON ST, KIRKSVILLE, MO, 63501. Phone: (910) 892-1000.
What is MING-TSE KAO, DO's NPI number?
MING-TSE KAO, DO's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225615206, issued on 03/26/2021.
Does MING-TSE KAO, DO prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MING-TSE KAO, DO's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $35K in brand drug costs.
How many Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 1,235 Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician providers across 51 states in the US. The average Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician provider writes 1,107 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MING-TSE KAO, DO prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MING-TSE KAO, DO's most frequently prescribed drugs include Lisinopril, Atorvastatin Calcium, Amlodipine Besylate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MING-TSE KAO, DO accept Medicare?
MING-TSE KAO, DO appears in CMS Medicare data with 676 Part D claims and 73 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MING-TSE KAO, DO's credentials?
MING-TSE KAO, DO's NPI is 1225615206 with credentials DO. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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