Samuel Kuo, M.D.
NPI 1861478422 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Tulare, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Kuo, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Tulare, CA (NPI 1861478422).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861478422
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A42858 (CA)
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
1,076 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 | 661 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 311 | $125 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 47 | $14 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 36 | $33 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 21 | $213 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $14–$213 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 113 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 343 | 40 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 169 | 53 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 130 | 41 |
| Losartan Potassium | 110 | 31 |
| Lisinopril | 98 | 29 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 97 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,110 across 44 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
- 2005-12-15
- Last updated
- 2011-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Kuo's NPI number?
- Samuel Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861478422, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Kuo's specialty?
- Samuel Kuo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Kuo located?
- Samuel Kuo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1088 N Cherry St, Tulare, CA 93274-2251.
- What is Samuel Kuo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Kuo is (559) 688-8899.
- Does Samuel Kuo accept Medicare?
- Samuel Kuo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Kuo's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Kuo's NPI (1861478422) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.