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DR. HOON-JI HELEN CHOI MD
NPI 1225062888
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Los Alamitos, CA

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
3772 KATELLA AVE STE 107, LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720(562) 431-7877(562) 431-7882 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 11, 2023, Oct 25, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Hoon-ji Helen Choi Md NPPES

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

DR. HOON-JI HELEN CHOI MD (NPI 1225062888) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Los Alamitos, California, licensed in California (A70132) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225062888
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. HOON-JI HELEN CHOICredential: MD
Location Address3772 KATELLA AVE STE 107Los Alamitos, CA 90720-6424
Mailing Address3772 Katella Ave Ste 107Los Alamitos, CA 90720-6424 · (562) 431-7877 · Fax (562) 431-7882
Phone(562) 431-7877
Fax(562) 431-7882
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Southern California Keck School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 11, 2023
✔ NPI 1225062888 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A70132
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
3772 KATELLA AVE STE 107, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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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

Dr. Hoon-ji Helen Choi 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 ID9537122775
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041108001259
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 10

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.

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.
806 services365 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.
805 services346 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
620 services207 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
434 services200 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with provider supplied equipment 95250
This process involves a tiny sensor placed under your skin that checks your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid regularly. The sensor sends these readings to a device, allowing you to track your levels in real-time. This is provided by your healthcare provider.
177 services95 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
123 services123 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90720 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
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
30%3,559 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%723 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
0%817 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
96%90 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
0%607 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
33%1,044 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 30% · 749 patients
32%749 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
87%607 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 476 patients
0%476 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
32 suppliers109 claims341 services$6.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
22 suppliers50 claims78 services$1.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers280 claims280 services$187.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system K0554
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers31 claims31 services$198.99 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 2

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

T.H. CHOI, A MEDICAL CORP.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
3772 KATELLA AVE STE 107
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
Orange County (562) 431-7877
T.H. CHOI, A MEDICAL CORPORATION
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
3772 KATELLA AVE STE 107
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
Orange County (562) 431-7877

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 Hoon-ji Choi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hoon-ji Choi is 1225062888. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Hoon-ji Choi located?

Hoon-ji Choi practices at 3772 Katella Ave Ste 107, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. The listed phone number is (562) 431-7877.

What is Hoon-ji Choi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Hoon-ji Choi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hoon-ji Choi 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 Hoon-ji Choi was last updated on March 11, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.