INSUN CHONG M.D.
NPI 1174986657
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Houston, TX

Active since April 01, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
6565 FANNIN ST, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 441-2800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 3, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 3, 2022, Mar 17, 2018, Dec 21, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Insun Chong M.d. NPPES

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

INSUN CHONG M.D. (NPI 1174986657) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R4951) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174986657
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameINSUN CHONGCredential: M.D.
Location Address6565 FANNIN STHouston, TX 77030-2703
Mailing Address1 Baylor Plaza, Bcm-360Houston, TX 77030-3498 · (713) 798-6362
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 1, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateMay 3, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 3, 2022
NPI 1174986657 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in TX · R4951
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
6565 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11504 Ben Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030 · Phone (713) 873-2000
Location 21 Baylor Plaza, BCM-360Houston, TX 77030-3498 · Phone (713) 798-6362

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2414445LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Insun Chong 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 ID1658679949
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220516001334
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 47

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.
1,133 services1,084 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.
362 services360 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.
319 services318 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
294 services292 patients
Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551
An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
265 services263 patients
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131
A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.
227 services224 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450820
Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670122
Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

84.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80
Improvement Activities40

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.

Specialist/Technologist, Pathology
6565 FANNIN ST, MS205
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Registered Nurse
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
6565 FANNIN ST, FONDREN 270
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Hospitalist
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Insun Chong's NPI number?

The NPI number for Insun Chong is 1174986657. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 1, 2016.

Where is Insun Chong located?

Insun Chong practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 441-2800.

What is Insun Chong's specialty?

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

Is Insun Chong enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Insun Chong 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.

What insurance does Insun Chong accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Community Health Choice list Insun Chong as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Insun Chong affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Insun Chong is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Insun Chong was last updated on May 3, 2022. 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.