Ho Sun Choi, M.D.
NPI 1053579169 · Ophthalmology Physician · San Jose, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ho Sun Choi, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in San Jose, CA (NPI 1053579169).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053579169
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A112440 (CA)
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
18 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
1,655 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 | 388 | $160 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 376 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 131 | $153 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 120 | $45 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 103 | $114 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 100 | $186 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 604 | 168 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 235 | 71 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 197 | 131 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 185 | 134 |
| Cyclosporine | 181 | 87 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 178 | 124 |
| Ofloxacin | 169 | 77 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,910 across 11 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
- 2008-05-26
- Last updated
- 2020-04-06
- Certified
- 2020-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ho Sun Choi's NPI number?
- Ho Sun Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053579169, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ho Sun Choi's specialty?
- Ho Sun Choi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ho Sun Choi located?
- Ho Sun Choi's practice location on file with NPPES is 2081 Forest Ave Ste 2, San Jose, CA 95128-4841.
- What is Ho Sun Choi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ho Sun Choi is (408) 777-6350.
- Does Ho Sun Choi accept Medicare?
- Ho Sun Choi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ho Sun Choi's NPI active?
- Yes — Ho Sun Choi's NPI (1053579169) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.