FRANCES ELAINE CHOW M.D.
NPI 1063830735
Neurological Surgery in Orange, CA

Active since March 31, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
101 THE CITY DR S, ORANGE, CA 92868(714) 456-8888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 29, 2026, Aug 25, 2020, Jun 23, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Frances Elaine Chow M.d. NPPES

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

FRANCES ELAINE CHOW M.D. (NPI 1063830735) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Orange, California, licensed in California (A141947) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Los Angeles, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063830735
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameFRANCES ELAINE CHOWCredential: M.D.
Location Address101 THE CITY DR SOrange, CA 92868-3201
Mailing Address101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868-3201 · (714) 456-8888
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 29, 2026
NPI 1063830735 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License Licensed in CA · A141947
Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License A141947 (CA)
101 THE CITY DR S, Orange, CA 92868

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11520 San Pablo St Ste 3800Los Angeles, CA 90033-5328 · Phone (323) 442-5720

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

Frances Elaine Chow M.d. 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 ID143585331
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180516002837
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
97 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
62 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
20 services13 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92868 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$49.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Urology
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Surgery
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Pediatrics (Pediatric Nephrology)
101 THE CITY DR S, BLDG. 56, SUITE 600
ORANGE, CA 92868
Otolaryngology (Otology & Neurotology)
101 THE CITY DR S, BLDG 56, SUITE 500 RTE 81
ORANGE, CA 92868
Anesthesiology
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868

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 Frances Chow's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frances Chow is 1063830735. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2014.

Where is Frances Chow located?

Frances Chow practices at 101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868. The listed phone number is (714) 456-8888.

What is Frances Chow's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Frances Chow enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frances Chow 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frances Chow was last updated on January 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.