Chih- Hao Chou, MD
NPI 1457395303 · Rheumatology Physician · Tyler, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chih- Hao Chou, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tyler, TX (NPI 1457395303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457395303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L6829 (TX)
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
963 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 | 638 | $95 |
| 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 | 133 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 72 | $129 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 59 | $48 |
| Injection Into Tendon at Attachment to Bone Or Muscle20551 | 34 | $32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 588 | 206 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 463 | 143 |
| Gabapentin | 396 | 151 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 347 | 56 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 337 | 109 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 328 | 54 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$439 across 9 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
- 2006-06-15
- Last updated
- 2014-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chih- Hao Chou's NPI number?
- Chih- Hao Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457395303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chih- Hao Chou's specialty?
- Chih- Hao Chou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chih- Hao Chou located?
- Chih- Hao Chou's practice location on file with NPPES is 1327 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75701-4443.
- What is Chih- Hao Chou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chih- Hao Chou is (903) 510-8764.
- Does Chih- Hao Chou accept Medicare?
- Chih- Hao Chou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chih- Hao Chou's NPI active?
- Yes — Chih- Hao Chou's NPI (1457395303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.