DR. SIMON G. HO MD
NPI 1457552200
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Crown Point, IN

Q: What is Simon Ho's NPI number?

The NPI number for Simon Ho is 1457552200. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2007.

Q: What is Simon Ho's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Simon Ho was last updated on March 22, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.91/100

CMS Quality Rating

11420 BROADWAY, CROWN POINT, IN 46307(219) 476-7246(219) 476-1713 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 22, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Simon G. Ho Md NPPES

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

DR. SIMON G. HO MD (NPI 1457552200) is an individual pain medicine provider in Crown Point, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01070829A) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Community Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457552200

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameDR. SIMON G. HOCredential: MD

Location Address11420 BROADWAYCrown Point, IN 46307-7106

Mailing Address2211 Roosevelt RdValparaiso, IN 46383-2748 · (219) 476-7246 · Fax (219) 476-1713

Phone(219) 476-7246

Fax(219) 476-1713

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2002

Enumeration DateMay 30, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 22, 2018

✔ NPI 1457552200 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 01070829A

Definition

An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.

11420 BROADWAY, Crown Point, IN 46307

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1204 Legacy Plz WLA Porte, IN 46350-5285 · Phone (219) 476-7246 ext. 321 · Fax (219) 476-1713

Location 22211 Roosevelt RdValparaiso, IN 46383-2748 · Phone (219) 476-7246 ext. 321 · Fax (219) 476-1713

Location 31928 45th StMunster, IN 46321-3917 · Phone (219) 476-7246 ext. 321 · Fax (219) 476-1713

Location 411420 BroadwayCrown Point, IN 46307-7106 · Phone (219) 476-7246 ext. 321 · Fax (219) 476-1713

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Simon G. Ho 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 ID3476654427

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080915000436, I20120531000237

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Simon Ho reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Interventional Pain Management LLC

9.4 mi

Ambulatory Surgical

201 MAIN ST, SUITE A
Hobart, IN 46342

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
Also billed through NPI 1801349386 (Indiana), NPI 1083051346 (Indiana), NPI 1306274097 (Indiana)
9 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1164833687 (219) 476-7246

The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

28 mi

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)

8131 S MAY ST
Chicago, IL 60620

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
2,127 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1952713323 (312) 996-4656

Centers For Pain Control, Inc

36 mi

Pain Medicine

204 LEGACY PLZ W
La Porte, IN 46350

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
39 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1790920452 (219) 326-7246

Mobile Anesthesiologists Chicago LLC

49 mi

Anesthesiology

9550 W HIGGINS RD STE 1100
Rosemont, IL 60018

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
51 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1396887774 (773) 355-5300

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 25

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.

275 services160 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.

176 services113 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

139 services110 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0480

A definitive drug test is a detailed examination that can identify specific drugs in your system, even closely related ones. Techniques like GC/MS and LC/MS are used for high precision. This helps ensure accurate results for your safety and health.

108 services91 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

80 services72 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

78 services17 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

77 services42 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

77 services42 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

54 services48 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

52 services48 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

48 services46 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

46 services43 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

44 services41 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

36 services22 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

22 services18 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

21 services16 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

21 services16 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

21 services19 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately target and destroy nerves in the upper or middle spinal facet joints, which may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint treated follows the same process.

21 services19 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint 20605

This procedure involves a needle being inserted into a medium-sized joint, such as a knee or shoulder, to remove (aspirate) excess fluid. Sometimes, medication may also be injected into the joint to reduce inflammation and pain.

19 services17 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

19 services16 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

19 services16 patients

A definitive drug test is a detailed analysis used to identify specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced techniques, such as gc/ms and lc/ms, to detect and distinguish between different drugs, even those with similar structures.

17 services17 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.

15 services15 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number150125

Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.91/100

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

Individually scored

Quality

74.76

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan

100%317 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Cervical Cancer Screening

0%397 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

63%291 patients3/55-star benchmark: 87%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

99%2,320 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

99%370 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

71%301 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

95%973 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

0%960 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

0%2,221 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 97% · 840 patients

Patients screened: 99% · 840 patients

93%242 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling

Patients combinedPopulations: 65% · 614 patients

Patients screened: 69% · 614 patients

0%22 patients

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

86%734 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 327 patients

Patients totalRate: 6% · 327 patients

6%327 patients4/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

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