2026 NPPES data Emergency Medicine Physician NPI 1841348661 MD
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WILLIAM CHAO, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician in BALDWIN PARK, California. 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
397
Medicare Part D claims · 272 beneficiaries · Emergency Medicine Physician avg: 352
Generic prescribing
94%
generic claims · 6% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

WILLIAM CHAO, MD filed 397 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Emergency Medicine Physician in BALDWIN PARK, California, prescribing 94% generic.

397
Part D claims, 2023
94%
generic prescribing

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

WILLIAM CHAO, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

397 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

WILLIAM CHAO, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about WILLIAM CHAO, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/08/2007

NPI 1841348661

Primary specialty

Emergency Medicine Physician

High-volume

64,398 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

397 13% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 352

Specialty distribution in California

How Emergency Medicine Physician compares to other specialties among California providers

California providers

Emergency Medicine Physician share within California

1. Emergency Medicine Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Emergency Medicine Physician share within California

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Emergency Medicine Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Emergency Medicine Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Emergency Medicine 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).

WILLIAM CHAO, MD is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider practicing in BALDWIN PARK, California, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1841348661. 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.

WILLIAM CHAO, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Emergency Medicine Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1011 BALDWIN PARK BLVD, BALDWIN PARK, CA, 91706, with a listed phone of (626) 851-1011. NPI 1841348661 was issued on 01/08/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHAO 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 397 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 272 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 6% brand-name and 94% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 11.3%. 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.

Emergency Medicine Physician is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 64,398 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 352 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

1011 BALDWIN PARK BLVD
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706

Provider Details

NPI 1841348661
Specialty Emergency Medicine Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/08/2007

License & disciplinary context — California MBC 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~150K California medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to WILLIAM CHAO, MD. To verify WILLIAM CHAO, MD's current license status, search the MBC public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

576
Total board actions, California 2023
Across 556 cases
3.84
Actions per 1,000 licensees
California statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
186 cases

MBC publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the California disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

WILLIAM CHAO, MD — brand share 6.0%
Specialty average (est.)

6% brand-name claims vs 94% generic, on 397 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.

397
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
272
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
455
Total Day Supply
7,042
Brand vs Generic
6% brand / 94% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K
Opioid Claims
45 (11.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
110

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.54
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male
Age Distribution
<65: 21, 65-74: 107, 75-84: 90, 85+: 54

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Ondansetron Hcl
47
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
39
Cephalexin
38
Amlodipine Besylate
22
Prednisone
22
Furosemide
15
Omeprazole
14
Lactulose
13
Ibuprofen
12

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

Emergency Medicine Physician Overview

How WILLIAM CHAO, MD fits within the Emergency Medicine Physician landscape nationally.

64,398
Emergency Medicine Physician Providers in US
56
States with Emergency Medicine Physician
352
Avg Claims per Provider

WILLIAM CHAO, MD's 397 claims are above the specialty average of 352.

Nearby Emergency Medicine Physician Providers in California

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

Compare Emergency Medicine Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WILLIAM CHAO, MD's specialty?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD specializes in Emergency Medicine Physician and practices in BALDWIN PARK, California. Credentials: MD.
How much does WILLIAM CHAO, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, WILLIAM CHAO, MD wrote 397 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 272 beneficiaries.
Where is WILLIAM CHAO, MD located?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD is located at 1011 BALDWIN PARK BLVD, BALDWIN PARK, CA, 91706. Phone: (626) 851-1011.
What is WILLIAM CHAO, MD's NPI number?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841348661, issued on 01/08/2007.
Does WILLIAM CHAO, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD's prescribing is 6% brand-name and 94% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
Does WILLIAM CHAO, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, WILLIAM CHAO, MD had 45 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 11.3%.
How many Emergency Medicine Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 64,398 Emergency Medicine Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Emergency Medicine Physician provider writes 352 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does WILLIAM CHAO, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, WILLIAM CHAO, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ondansetron Hcl, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Cephalexin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does WILLIAM CHAO, MD accept Medicare?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 397 Part D claims and 272 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify WILLIAM CHAO, MD's credentials?
WILLIAM CHAO, MD's NPI is 1841348661 with credentials MD. 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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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