Wei Hou, M.D., PH.D
NPI 1811104037 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lynchburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wei Hou, M.D., PH.D is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lynchburg, VA (NPI 1811104037).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811104037
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101238896 (VA)
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
652 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 of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 133 | $446 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 99 | $201 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 90 | $344 |
| Balloon Dilation of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm43249 | 67 | $1,097 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 37 | $269 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 136 | 50 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 22 | — |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 22 | 22 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 19 | 13 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 19 | 18 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 17 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,511 across 77 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
- 2007-05-17
- Last updated
- 2009-07-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wei Hou's NPI number?
- Wei Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811104037, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wei Hou's specialty?
- Wei Hou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wei Hou located?
- Wei Hou's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 Nationwide Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502.
- What is Wei Hou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wei Hou is (434) 384-1862.
- Does Wei Hou accept Medicare?
- Wei Hou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wei Hou's NPI active?
- Yes — Wei Hou's NPI (1811104037) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-07-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.