Lorraine Cho Chung Hing, M.D.
NPI 1285626499 · Nephrology Physician · Venice, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lorraine Cho Chung Hing, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Venice, FL (NPI 1285626499).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285626499
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME84851 (FL)
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
4,767 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 | 704 | $124 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 697 | $61 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 615 | $77 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 560 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 522 | $116 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 264 | 81 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 122 | 39 |
| Furosemide | 118 | 49 |
| Bumetanide | 103 | 44 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 100 | 32 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 73 | 24 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 72 | 21 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$319 across 10 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
- 2005-08-16
- Last updated
- 2012-10-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's NPI number?
- Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285626499, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's specialty?
- Lorraine Cho Chung Hing is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lorraine Cho Chung Hing located?
- Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's practice location on file with NPPES is 1500 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34292-1662.
- What is Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lorraine Cho Chung Hing is (941) 485-4700.
- Does Lorraine Cho Chung Hing accept Medicare?
- Lorraine Cho Chung Hing is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's NPI active?
- Yes — Lorraine Cho Chung Hing's NPI (1285626499) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.