Tu-Hi Hong, M.D.
NPI 1912089939 · Urology Physician · Tulare, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tu-Hi Hong, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Tulare, CA (NPI 1912089939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912089939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G45761 (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
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
4,532 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 1,609 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,554 | $88 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 454 | $3 |
| Administration of Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96402 | 243 | $35 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 130 | $107 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 658 | 207 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 547 | 173 |
| Cephalexin | 224 | 77 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 158 | 68 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 154 | 51 |
| Levofloxacin | 142 | 94 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 139 | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$445 across 25 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
- 2006-10-19
- Last updated
- 2008-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tu-Hi Hong's NPI number?
- Tu-Hi Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912089939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tu-Hi Hong's specialty?
- Tu-Hi Hong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tu-Hi Hong located?
- Tu-Hi Hong's practice location on file with NPPES is 919 E Merritt Ave, Tulare, CA 93274-2221.
- What is Tu-Hi Hong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tu-Hi Hong is (559) 686-0690.
- Does Tu-Hi Hong accept Medicare?
- Tu-Hi Hong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tu-Hi Hong's NPI active?
- Yes — Tu-Hi Hong's NPI (1912089939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.