Richard Ou, M.D.
NPI 1053319301 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Ou, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1053319301).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053319301
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L7086 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,475 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 754 | $125 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 314 | $89 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 257 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 191 | $63 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 187 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 150 | $45 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,544 | 424 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 461 | 348 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 399 | 302 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 393 | 308 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 385 | 120 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 210 | 75 |
| Timolol Maleate | 178 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$761 across 32 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-11
- Last updated
- 2025-03-25
- Certified
- 2025-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Ou's NPI number?
- Richard Ou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053319301, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Ou's specialty?
- Richard Ou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Ou located?
- Richard Ou's practice location on file with NPPES is 12121 Richmond Ave Ste 110, Houston, TX 77082-2420.
- What is Richard Ou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Ou is (281) 493-1733.
- Does Richard Ou accept Medicare?
- Richard Ou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Ou's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Ou's NPI (1053319301) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.