DR. YU-TE CHOU MD
NPI 1144667338
Surgery in Baltimore, MD

Q: What is Yu-te Chou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yu-te Chou is 1144667338. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. David Chou MD.

Q: What is Yu-te Chou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yu-te Chou was last updated on November 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since May 28, 2013PECOS Enrolled

76.58/100

CMS Quality Rating

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE, BALTIMORE, MD 21215(313) 844-4650 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Yu-te Chou Md NPPES

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

DR. YU-TE CHOU MD (NPI 1144667338) is an individual surgery provider in Baltimore, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (P28804) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144667338

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. YU-TE CHOUCredential: MD

Location Address2401 W BELVEDERE AVEBaltimore, MD 21215-5216

Mailing Address2401 W Belvedere AveBaltimore, MD 21215-5216

Phone(313) 844-4650

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 28, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 2021

NPPES CertifiedNovember 8, 2021

✔ NPI 1144667338 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in MD · P28804

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE, Baltimore, MD 21215

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. David Chou Md

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Yu-te Chou Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID345479192

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210913000541

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Yu-te Chou reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Inc

Same address

Surgical Critical Care

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
Baltimore, MD 21215

Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
664 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1043235666 (410) 601-5524

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

81 services71 patients

Removal of bone, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less 11047

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified amount of bone, typically due to disease or injury. Each additional 20.0 square cm or less refers to the size of the bone area being removed. It's a precise operation performed by skilled surgeons.

80 services12 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

79 services72 patients

Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15002

This procedure involves preparing a specific area of the body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and any dead tissue is removed to ensure a successful graft. The procedure covers an area of 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body.

44 services37 patients

Biopsy of deep bone 20245

A biopsy of deep bone is a procedure where a small sample of bone tissue is taken for examination. This helps identify any abnormalities or diseases. The procedure involves a needle inserted through the skin into the bone. Mild discomfort may be felt, but it's generally safe.

34 services29 patients

Skin substitute graft to wound 100.0 sq cm or more of trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15273

A skin substitute graft is a medical procedure where artificial skin is used to cover a large wound on the trunk, arms, or legs. This treatment helps promote healing and is especially useful for wounds 100.0 sq cm or more, or 1% of body area for infants and children.

33 services27 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

27 services22 patients

Skin substitute graft to wound 100.0 sq cm or more of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15274

This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a large wound on your trunk, arms, or legs. The graft, made from synthetic or natural materials, aids in healing by covering and protecting the wound. The size of the graft depends on the wound's area.

18 services12 patients

Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15003

This procedure involves preparing a specific area of your body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and treated to receive new skin, usually to aid in healing from a burn or wound. The size of the area treated is up to 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body area.

17 services11 patients

Removal of bone, 20.0 sq cm or less 11044

The procedure involves the surgical removal of a section of bone, up to 20.0 square cm in size. This may be necessary due to various reasons such as injury, infection, or to treat a disease. The process aims to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, or prevent the spread of disease.

13 services13 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210012

Location2401 West Belvedere AvenueBaltimore, MD 21215 · Baltimore City County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwest Hospital Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Randallstown, MD

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210040

Location5401 Old Court RoadRandallstown, MD 21133 · Baltimore County

Emergency services

Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210064

Location2434 West Belvedere AvenueBaltimore, MD 21209 · Baltimore City County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21215 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

$94.08 typical visit price

range $60.73 – $183.44

Typical copayment $23.52 (range $15.18 – $45.86)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$75.47 typical visit price

range $19.60 – $149.17

Typical copayment $18.86 (range $4.90 – $37.29)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

76.58/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

64.56

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

48.54

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.

KRISTEN MARLL

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-5209

ANDREW BRAVE CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-9000

DR. CHRISTIAN KADIRI MD

Internal Medicine

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-0594

SNJEZANA JANKOVIC NP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-9802

ELIZABETH MINH-ANN PHAM MD

Anesthesiology

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (804) 898-0825

YULANDA BLACKSTON LGPC

Counselor (Professional)

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 459-3040

DUNCAN MCELFRESH CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE, ANESTHESIA DEPARTMENT
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-5209

MRS. KERRY SWEENEY MCCARTNEY FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215

Baltimore City (410) 601-5373

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 Yu-te Chou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yu-te Chou is 1144667338. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. David Chou MD.

Where is Yu-te Chou located?

Yu-te Chou practices at 2401 W Belvedere Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215. The listed phone number is (313) 844-4650.

What is Yu-te Chou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Yu-te Chou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yu-te Chou is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Yu-te Chou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Yu-te Chou reassigns Medicare benefits to Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Inc (Baltimore, MD). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Yu-te Chou's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Yu-te Chou affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yu-te Chou is affiliated with Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore, Northwest Hospital Center and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yu-te Chou was last updated on November 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.