Dr. William Gao, MD
Otolaryngology
13+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. William Gao
William Gao, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Washington, DC.
Specialty Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
13
Years Experience
1
Location
3
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
OtolaryngologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2013
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 3 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A154690 | Otolaryngology | — |
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| District of Columbia | MD047386 | Otolaryngology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. William Gao
With 13 years of practice, Dr. William Gao is an established otolaryngology provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2013. Dr. currently practices at Medstar Medical Group Ii Llc in Washington, District of Columbia. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427492727, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. William Gao as a lower-volume otolaryngology provider, treating approximately 201 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 746 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. William Gao received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Otolaryngology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 20010
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. William Gao
What does Dr. William Gao specialize in?
Dr. William Gao specializes in Otolaryngology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program and Otolaryngology.
Where does Dr. William Gao practice?
Dr. William Gao practices at Medstar Medical Group Ii Llc in Washington, District of Columbia.
Does Dr. William Gao accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. William Gao accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 201 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. William Gao's NPI number?
Dr. William Gao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427492727. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. William Gao been practicing?
Dr. William Gao has approximately 13 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2013.