Richard Ho, D.O.
NPI 1457693244 · Urology Physician · Mount Vernon, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Ho, D.O. is a Urology Physician provider in Mount Vernon, WA (NPI 1457693244).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457693244
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OP60865742 (WA)
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
13 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
2,004 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 | 549 | $96 |
| 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 | 295 | $16 |
| Simple Insertion of Temporary Bladder Tube51702 | 202 | $25 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 188 | $3 |
| Instillation of Anti-Cancer Drug Into Bladder51720 | 156 | $42 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 894 | 295 |
| Finasteride | 428 | 125 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 87 | 72 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 64 | 21 |
| Trospium Chloride | 59 | 22 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 54 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$589 across 7 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
- 2013-03-20
- Last updated
- 2021-11-02
- Certified
- 2021-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Ho's NPI number?
- Richard Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457693244, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Ho's specialty?
- Richard Ho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Ho located?
- Richard Ho's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 E Kincaid St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274-4127.
- What is Richard Ho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Ho is (360) 814-6565.
- Does Richard Ho accept Medicare?
- Richard Ho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Ho's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Ho's NPI (1457693244) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.