Lawrence Hou, M.D.
NPI 1437294469 · Ophthalmology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Hou, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1437294469).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437294469
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A89635 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 955 | 392 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 487 | 160 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 275 | 182 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 169 | 117 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 152 | 62 |
| Timolol Maleate | 124 | 53 |
| Cyclosporine | 84 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 34 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-20
- Last updated
- 2022-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Hou's NPI number?
- Lawrence Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437294469, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Hou's specialty?
- Lawrence Hou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Hou located?
- Lawrence Hou's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816-7050.
- What is Lawrence Hou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Hou is (916) 731-8040.
- Does Lawrence Hou accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Hou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Hou's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Hou's NPI (1437294469) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.