Gerald Ho, M.D.
NPI 1205833662 · Rheumatology Physician · La Palma, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Ho, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in La Palma, CA (NPI 1205833662).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205833662
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G67106 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
13,355 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 | 3,209 | $147 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 1,319 | $17 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 1,168 | $94 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 1,090 | $18 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 975 | $76 |
| X-Ray of Hand, 2 Views73120 | 720 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 110 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 1,818 | 521 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,533 | 411 |
| Prednisone | 1,432 | 374 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 1,382 | 498 |
| Sulfasalazine | 877 | 268 |
| Meloxicam | 811 | 310 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 744 | 237 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,706 across 81 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2063 S Atlantic Blvd Ste 308Monterey Park, CA 91754-6366Phone: (323) 796-0170Fax: (323) 796-0220
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2024-12-04
- Certified
- 2024-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Ho's NPI number?
- Gerald Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205833662, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Ho's specialty?
- Gerald Ho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Ho located?
- Gerald Ho's practice location on file with NPPES is 5451 La Palma Ave, La Palma, CA 90623-1730.
- What is Gerald Ho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Ho is (714) 670-1340.
- Does Gerald Ho accept Medicare?
- Gerald Ho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Ho's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Ho's NPI (1205833662) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.