DR. ERIC T CHOU M.D.
NPI 1689627838
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in San Diego, CA

Active since May 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
150 W WASHINGTON ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(619) 295-9729 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Eric T Chou M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ERIC T CHOU M.D. (NPI 1689627838) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in Massachusetts (216269) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689627838
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIC T CHOUCredential: M.D.
Location Address150 W WASHINGTON STSan Diego, CA 92103-2005
Mailing Address150 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103-2005
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 2021
NPPES CertifiedApril 12, 2021
✔ NPI 1689627838 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 216269
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
150 W WASHINGTON ST, San Diego, CA 92103

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A960950CA

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. Eric T Chou 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 ID1052355922
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060711000472
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Eric Chou reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
150 W WASHINGTON ST
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 85 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
9888 GENESEE AVE
La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 278 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 70

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.

Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
10,657 services114 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
2,234 services29 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
493 services399 patients
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.
243 services232 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
210 services209 patients
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721
An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.
172 services152 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality99.99
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.

Internal Medicine
150 W WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
150 W WASHINGTON ST
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Eric Chou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Chou is 1689627838. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2006.

Where is Eric Chou located?

Eric Chou practices at 150 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (619) 295-9729.

What is Eric Chou's specialty?

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

Is Eric Chou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Chou 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 organizations bill Medicare for Eric Chou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eric Chou reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Ihs Radiology Medical Group, Inc. (San Diego, CA) and Scripps Health Inpatient Providers Medical Group Inc. (La Jolla, CA). Each 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 Eric Chou'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 Eric Chou was last updated on April 12, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.