Physician Profile
Shimin Cao, M.D. PH.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Cao
Shimin Cao, M.D. PH.D. is a healthcare provider in Flushing, NY specializing in internal medicine. Medicare claims data shows Shimin provided 322 services to 131 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, and established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (618) 559-6549
- Email not available
Practice Locations
3808 UNION ST STE 6B
Flushing, NY 11354
13743 45th Ave
Flushing, NY 11355
13626 37th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Internal Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
Digestive and liver
- Acid reflux
- Fatty liver disease
- IBS
Endocrine, blood, and bone
Infectious disease
Kidney and urinary
- Chronic kidney disease
- Enlarged prostate
Respiratory
Blood & Circulation
Blood disorders
Brain & Nerves
Brain and nerves
Cardiac and vascular
- AFib
Digestive
- Diverticulitis
Heart & Circulation
Infections
- Impetigo
Kidney & Bladder
Lungs & Breathing
Mental Health
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Insomnia and Sleep Problems
Neurologic and behavioral
- Depression
- Migraines
Pain
Rheumatologic and pain
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive and evaluation
Screening and diagnostic testing
- EKG
- Spirometry
Bones & Joints
- Trigger Point Injections
Brain and nerves
Cancer screening
Digestive
Exams & Consultations
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Heart & Circulation
Heart health
Imaging referral
Immunizations
Lab tests
- Urinalysis
Lungs & Breathing
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Metabolic & Weight
Minor procedures
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Office procedures
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Skin biopsy
Office Procedures
- Skin Tag and Mole Removal
- Vitamin B12 Injections
- Wart Removal
Pain management
- Knee Joint Injection
Preventive & Routine Care
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screenings & Diagnostics
- Bone Density Scan Referral
- Diabetes Screening and A1C Test
Sexual health
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
322 services · 131 patients · 5 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
55 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
176 | More often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
51 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more | Office visit | 99212 |
29 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Administration of influenza virus vaccine | Billing code | G0008 |
11 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other internists at this location 3
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 8
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 32 related providers in 4 groups
Other internists in Flushing 8
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1984 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 8
Providers in NY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Shimin Cao's specialty?
Shimin Cao is an internist in Flushing, NY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Internal Medicine”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Shimin Cao?
Shimin Cao is listed at 3808 Union St Ste 6B, Flushing, NY 11354. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Shimin Cao?
The number on file is (618) 559-6549. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Shimin Cao?
Shimin Cao's National Provider Identifier is 1922100213. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Shimin Cao's education?
Shimin Cao attended Other, graduating in 1984. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Shimin Cao have?
Shimin Cao has 42 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1984, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Shimin Cao known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Shimin Cao performs procedures including insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Shimin Cao's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Shimin Cao. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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