Edmund Choi, M.D.
NPI 1578707931 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Spring, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edmund Choi, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Spring, TX (NPI 1578707931).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578707931
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U5281 (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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
597 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 264 | $90 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 105 | $51 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 49 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 37 | $128 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 25 | $272 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 133 | 68 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 55 | 31 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 49 | 25 |
| Methylprednisolone | 34 | 32 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 34 | 25 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 22 | 16 |
| Meloxicam | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,991 across 29 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 750 Fish Creek Thoroughfare Ste 100Montgomery, TX 77316-6966Phone: (936) 272-0790Fax: (936) 272-0791
- 6767 Lake Woodlands Dr Ste FThe Woodlands, TX 77382-2566Phone: (281) 364-1122Fax: (281) 210-2446
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-28
- Last updated
- 2023-08-15
- Certified
- 2023-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edmund Choi's NPI number?
- Edmund Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578707931, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edmund Choi's specialty?
- Edmund Choi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edmund Choi located?
- Edmund Choi's practice location on file with NPPES is 20639 Kuykendahl Rd Ste 200, Spring, TX 77379-3587.
- What is Edmund Choi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edmund Choi is (832) 698-0111.
- Does Edmund Choi accept Medicare?
- Edmund Choi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edmund Choi's NPI active?
- Yes — Edmund Choi's NPI (1578707931) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.