Zhijie Zhou, MD
NPI 1942442652 · Rheumatology Physician · Burien, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zhijie Zhou, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Burien, WA (NPI 1942442652).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942442652
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD61543647 (WA)
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
17 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
1,941 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 323 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 197 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 152 | $10 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 152 | $5 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 146 | $123 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Non-Automated85651 | 140 | $4 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 232 | 76 |
| Prednisone | 223 | 95 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 150 | 62 |
| Gabapentin | 66 | 21 |
| Meloxicam | 58 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 43 | 14 |
| Folic Acid |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-03-26
- Last updated
- 2024-12-12
- Certified
- 2024-12-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zhijie Zhou's NPI number?
- Zhijie Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942442652, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zhijie Zhou's specialty?
- Zhijie Zhou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zhijie Zhou located?
- Zhijie Zhou's practice location on file with NPPES is 16045 1st Ave S Fl 2, Burien, WA 98148-1401.
- What is Zhijie Zhou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zhijie Zhou is (206) 965-4124.
- Does Zhijie Zhou accept Medicare?
- Zhijie Zhou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zhijie Zhou's NPI active?
- Yes — Zhijie Zhou's NPI (1942442652) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.