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STEVE HOU M.D.,
NPI 1245450204
Internal Medicine in Flushing, NY

Active since May 01, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3916 PRINCE ST STE 155, FLUSHING, NY 11354(917) 563-5789 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 2, 2019, Nov 30, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Steve Hou M.d., NPPES

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

STEVE HOU M.D., (NPI 1245450204) is an individual internal medicine provider in Flushing, New York, licensed in New York (243885) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Flushing, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245450204
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEVE HOUCredential: M.D.,
Location Address3916 PRINCE ST STE 155Flushing, NY 11354
Mailing Address3916 Prince St Ste 155Flushing, NY 11354-5367 · (917) 563-5789
Phone(917) 563-5789
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1245450204 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 243885
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
3916 PRINCE ST STE 155, Flushing, NY 11354
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Zhihui Hou M.d.,

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13916 Prince St Ste 155Flushing, NY 11354 · Phone (917) 563-5789

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Steve Hou 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 ID2668573999
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070731000075
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 Steve Hou reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

H S Medical Care LLP
Same address
Clinic/Center
3916 PRINCE ST STE 155
Flushing, NY 11354
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1811134844 (718) 886-2877

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 7

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 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.
139 services43 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
52 services31 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
24 services24 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
17 services17 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
14 services14 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11354 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
$153.13 typical visit price
range $67.00 – $201.98
Typical copayment $38.28 (range $16.75 – $50.49)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$116.96 typical visit price
range $21.62 – $163.52
Typical copayment $29.24 (range $5.40 – $40.88)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$6.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$2.99 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.

AMY SU MD PHD
Internal Medicine
3916 PRINCE ST STE 155
FLUSHING, NY 11354
Queens County (917) 563-5789
H S MEDICAL CARE LLP
Clinic/Center
3916 PRINCE ST STE 155
FLUSHING, NY 11354
Queens County (718) 886-2877

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 Steve Hou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steve Hou is 1245450204. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2007. The provider is also known as Zhihui Hou M.D.,.

Where is Steve Hou located?

Steve Hou practices at 3916 Prince St Ste 155, Flushing, NY 11354. The listed phone number is (917) 563-5789.

What is Steve Hou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Steve Hou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steve Hou 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Steve Hou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Steve Hou reassigns Medicare benefits to H S Medical Care LLP (Flushing, NY). 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 Steve Hou's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steve Hou was last updated on July 2, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.