VALERIE ELAINE CHOY MD
NPI 1528011822
Internal Medicine in Salinas, CA

Active since May 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, BLDG 151 SUITE 16, SALINAS, CA 93906(831) 769-8640(831) 769-8632 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Valerie Elaine Choy Md NPPES

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

VALERIE ELAINE CHOY MD (NPI 1528011822) is an individual internal medicine provider in Salinas, California, licensed in California (A70619) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528011822
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVALERIE ELAINE CHOYCredential: MD
Location Address1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, BLDG 151 SUITE 16Salinas, CA 93906-3100
Mailing Address1615 Bunker Hill Way, Suite 100Salinas, CA 93906-6013 · (831) 769-1304 · Fax (831) 757-0291
Fax(831) 769-8632
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2011
NPI 1528011822 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in CA · A70619
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.

1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, Salinas, CA 93906

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINH16988CA
Medicare PINZZZ02040ZCA

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

Valerie Elaine Choy 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 ID1052351780
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050511000974
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 2

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.

Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
30 services26 patients
Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen 87635
This is a lab test that detects the presence of COVID-19 in your body. It uses a technique to amplify the virus's genetic material, either DNA or RNA, making it easier to identify. A positive result indicates an active infection.
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93906 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
$139.84 typical visit price
range $61.69 – $184.30
Typical copayment $34.96 (range $15.42 – $46.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.04 typical visit price
range $20.34 – $151.02
Typical copayment $27.01 (range $5.08 – $37.75)
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 5

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
26 suppliers173 claims344 services$5.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$2.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
20 suppliers76 claims86 services$0.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible, or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4407
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers12 claims260 services$8.42 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
2 suppliers40 claims40 services$189.39 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 19

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

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD
SALINAS, CA 93906
Emergency Medicine
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, NATIVIDAD MEDICAL CENTER, EMERGENCY DEPT.
SALINAS, CA 93906
Anesthesiology
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD
SALINAS, CA 93906
Internal Medicine
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, BLDG 151 SUITE 16
SALINAS, CA 93906
Pediatrics
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, BLDG. 200, FLOOR ONE, SUITE 101
SALINAS, CA 93906
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, FLOOR ONE, SUITE 101 - 105
SALINAS, CA 93906
Family Medicine
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, BLDG. 151, SUITE 16
SALINAS, CA 93906
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1441 CONSTITUTION BLVD, FLOOR ONE, SUITE 101 - 105
SALINAS, CA 93906

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 Valerie Choy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Choy is 1528011822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2006.

Where is Valerie Choy located?

Valerie Choy practices at 1441 Constitution Blvd Bldg 151 Suite 16, Salinas, CA 93906. The listed phone number is (831) 769-8640.

What is Valerie Choy's specialty?

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

Is Valerie Choy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valerie Choy 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 Valerie Choy was last updated on November 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.