MR. ALEX S HONG MD
NPI 1053704262
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Chicago, IL

Active since March 12, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 695-5753(312) 695-5645 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 1, 2024, Jan 10, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Mr. Alex S Hong Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MR. ALEX S HONG MD (NPI 1053704262) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036164493) and active in the NPI registry since March 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Palos Community Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053704262
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameMR. ALEX S HONGCredential: MD
Location Address676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800Chicago, IL 60611-2978
Mailing Address420 E Superior St Ste 9-900Chicago, IL 60611-4494 · (312) 503-7975
Fax(312) 695-5645
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 12, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 1, 2024
NPI 1053704262 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in IL · 036164493 Licensed in IL · 125071714
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800, Chicago, IL 60611

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611 · Phone (312) 926-2000
Location 22650 Ridge Ave Ste 1304Evanston, IL 60201-1700 · Phone (847) 570-1478

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Alex S Hong Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6507103264
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240618001659
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 25

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
198 services177 patients
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553
An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
155 services152 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496
A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
52 services52 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498
A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
52 services52 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
51 services50 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
44 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Palos Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Palos Heights, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140062
Location12251 South 80th AvenuePalos Heights, IL 60463 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140242
Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140281
Location251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60611 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 800
CHICAGO, IL 60611

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Alex Hong's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Hong is 1053704262. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 12, 2015.

Where is Alex Hong located?

Alex Hong practices at 676 N Saint Clair St Ste 800, Chicago, IL 60611. The listed phone number is (312) 695-5753.

What is Alex Hong's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Alex Hong enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Hong is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Alex Hong affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alex Hong is affiliated with Palos Community Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Hong was last updated on October 1, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.