Samuel Cho, M.D.
NPI 1801839501 · Gastroenterology Physician · Flushing, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Cho, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Flushing, NY (NPI 1801839501).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801839501
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 187204 (NY)
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
360 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 | 108 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 100 | $412 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 40 | $138 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 35 | $493 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 35 | $121 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 466 | 464 |
| Omeprazole | 305 | 106 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 148 | 144 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 139 | 57 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 67 | 13 |
| Metronidazole | 63 | 56 |
| Mesalaminebrand: Mesalamine Er |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$410 across 14 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
- 2006-06-13
- Last updated
- 2014-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Cho's NPI number?
- Samuel Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801839501, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Cho's specialty?
- Samuel Cho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Cho located?
- Samuel Cho's practice location on file with NPPES is 15011 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354-3893.
- What is Samuel Cho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Cho is (718) 460-9640.
- Does Samuel Cho accept Medicare?
- Samuel Cho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Cho's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Cho's NPI (1801839501) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.