Steven Chow, MD
NPI 1720131741 · Dermatology Physician · Upland, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Chow, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Upland, CA (NPI 1720131741).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720131741
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A104395 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,973 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 364 | $686 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 306 | $450 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17313 | 275 | $688 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 205 | $61 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17314 | 153 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 4 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 510 | 351 |
| Azithromycin | 61 | 46 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 41 | 35 |
| Mupirocin | 13 | — |
Medicare Part D only. These counts cover prescriptions paid through Medicare Part D in 2024 — they do notinclude cash-pay, commercial-insurance, Medicaid, or Part B–administered drugs, and badly undercount high cash-pay categories (e.g. GLP-1 weight-loss, testosterone, and ED medications). Any drug with 10 or fewer claims is omitted by CMS, and beneficiary counts under 11 are suppressed — so a missing drug means no Part D record, never zero. This is a factual claims summary, not an endorsement, not medical advice, and not a consumer report. Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers — by Provider and Drug.
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$68 across 2 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)
- 1301 20th St Ste 570Santa Monica, CA 90404-2118Phone: (310) 315-0171Fax: (310) 828-6647
- 859 E Foothill Blvd Ste BUpland, CA 91786-4085Phone: (909) 981-8929Fax: (909) 946-9740
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-21
- Last updated
- 2025-04-17
- Certified
- 2025-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Chow's NPI number?
- Steven Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720131741, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Chow's specialty?
- Steven Chow is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Chow located?
- Steven Chow's practice location on file with NPPES is 886 W Foothill Blvd Ste C, Upland, CA 91786.
- What is Steven Chow's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Chow is (310) 280-8719.
- Does Steven Chow accept Medicare?
- Steven Chow is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Chow's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Chow's NPI (1720131741) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.