Stanley Chou, M.D.
NPI 1194722611 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Los Alamitos, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stanley Chou, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Los Alamitos, CA (NPI 1194722611).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194722611
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- C52023 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
2,449 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 977 | $132 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 547 | $23 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 196 | $116 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 118 | $274 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 109 | $121 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 256 | 88 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 238 | 74 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 149 | 37 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 147 | 54 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 80 | 23 |
| Ibuprofen | 77 | 26 |
| Methocarbamol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$446 across 16 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
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2015-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stanley Chou's NPI number?
- Stanley Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194722611, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stanley Chou's specialty?
- Stanley Chou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stanley Chou located?
- Stanley Chou's practice location on file with NPPES is 3851 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 90720-3309.
- What is Stanley Chou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stanley Chou is (562) 799-3888.
- Does Stanley Chou accept Medicare?
- Stanley Chou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stanley Chou's NPI active?
- Yes — Stanley Chou's NPI (1194722611) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.