DR. ALAN YEN-CHEN CHOU MD
NPI 1720406846
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Allentown, PA

Q: What is Alan Chou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Chou is 1720406846. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2014.

Q: What is Alan Chou'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 Alan Chou was last updated on March 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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 April 04, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4031 PRIMROSE DR, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104(610) 606-8556 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 28, 2025, Jun 29, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Alan Yen-chen Chou Md NPPES

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

DR. ALAN YEN-CHEN CHOU MD (NPI 1720406846) is an individual pain medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD464589) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720406846

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN YEN-CHEN CHOUCredential: MD

Location Address4031 PRIMROSE DRAllentown, PA 18104

Mailing Address86 Tobin AveGreat Neck, NY 11021-4437 · (516) 439-9752

Phone(610) 606-8556

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateApril 4, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 28, 2025

✔ NPI 1720406846 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD464589

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.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License MT206073 (PA)

4031 PRIMROSE DR, Allentown, PA 18104

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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. Alan Yen-chen Chou 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 ID749539963

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180822000531

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

Lehigh Valley Physician Group

1.0 mi

Family Medicine

250 CETRONIA RD, STE 115
Allentown, PA 18104

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
2,895 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1578909800 (610) 395-0307

Lehigh Valley Anesthesia Services, P. C.

1.9 mi

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1200 S CEDAR CREST BLVD
Allentown, PA 18103

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
256 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1730174731 (484) 866-9583

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 17

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.

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

37 services37 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

31 services31 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

19 services19 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

17 services17 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for fragmenting, manipulation and/or removal of kidney stone including use of an endoscope 00918

This procedure involves using anesthesia to ensure comfort while a special instrument called an endoscope helps to locate, break up, and possibly remove kidney stones. The endoscope is a thin, flexible tube which is gently inserted and navigated to the area of concern.

13 services12 patients

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on neck area (1 year or older) 00320

Anesthesia for a procedure on the neck area is a medical service provided to ensure you remain comfortable and pain-free during the operation. It involves administering medication to numb the neck region or to induce sleep. The method chosen depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530

Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lehigh Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Allentown, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390133

Location1200 South Cedar Crest BoulevardAllentown, PA 18103 · Lehigh County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Alan Chou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Chou is 1720406846. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2014.

Where is Alan Chou located?

Alan Chou practices at 4031 Primrose Dr, Allentown, PA 18104. The listed phone number is (610) 606-8556.

What is Alan Chou's specialty?

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

Is Alan Chou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan 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 Alan Chou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alan Chou reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lehigh Valley Physician Group (Allentown, PA) and Lehigh Valley Anesthesia Services, P. C. (Allentown, PA). 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 Alan Chou's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Alan Chou affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alan Chou is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan Chou was last updated on March 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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.