Edward Kuo, M.D.
NPI 1700992310 · Family Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Kuo, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1700992310).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700992310
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K5594 (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
19 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
639 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 100 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 91 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 75 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 75 | $129 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 69 | $13 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 62 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 102 | 35 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 90 | 27 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 80 | 23 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 67 | — |
| Lisinopril | 56 | 18 |
| Omeprazole | 44 | 13 |
| Clonazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$659 across 22 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
- 2006-08-23
- Last updated
- 2008-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Kuo's NPI number?
- Edward Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700992310, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Kuo's specialty?
- Edward Kuo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Kuo located?
- Edward Kuo's practice location on file with NPPES is 4602 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007-5434.
- What is Edward Kuo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Kuo is (713) 861-5505.
- Does Edward Kuo accept Medicare?
- Edward Kuo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Kuo's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Kuo's NPI (1700992310) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.