George Ho, MD
NPI 1255390852 · Urology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Ho, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1255390852).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255390852
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35066578 (OH)
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
2,707 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 711 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 479 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 456 | $125 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 319 | $11 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 147 | $224 |
| Insertion of Lower Leg Neurostimulator Electrode64566 | 102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 650 | 220 |
| Dutasteride | 394 | 139 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 362 | 136 |
| Cephalexin | 187 | 141 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 178 | 61 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 136 | 103 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 120 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$881 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
- 2006-03-22
- Last updated
- 2022-01-05
- Certified
- 2021-09-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Ho's NPI number?
- George Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255390852, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Ho's specialty?
- George Ho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Ho located?
- George Ho's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215-5369.
- What is George Ho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Ho is (614) 222-3369.
- Does George Ho accept Medicare?
- George Ho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Ho's NPI active?
- Yes — George Ho's NPI (1255390852) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.