Quick answers
- Does Likang Chao accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Likang Chao may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Likang Chao see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 12 Original Medicare patients and 30 services for Likang Chao. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Likang Chao's NPI number?
- 1841380490. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Likang Chao, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 12 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 30 |
| Different services or procedures | 9 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 68 |
Hospitals where Likang Chao works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Likang Chao at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Barstow Community HospitalBarstow, CA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 1 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 050298
Practice locations
Addresses where Likang Chao is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1454 E 2nd StSan Bernardino, CA 92408 (909) 382‑7100
- 705 E Virginia Way, Suite IBarstow, CA 92311 (760) 255‑3900
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Likang Chao as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Sac Health System227 clinicians in the group
- Chao and Tan Medical Group Inc2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Obstetrics/Gynecologyprimary
Other OB-GYNs in San Bernardino
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in San Bernardino, CA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Sac Health System
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Hahnemann University College Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1988 (38 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1841380490 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians