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HOWARD KUO MD
NPI 1811905268
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Edison, NJ

Active since August 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
15.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
505 PLAINFIELD RD, EDISON, NJ 08820(732) 452-1188(732) 452-1168 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Howard Kuo Md NPPES

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

HOWARD KUO MD (NPI 1811905268) is an individual neurology provider in Edison, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA070925) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811905268
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD KUOCredential: MD
Location Address505 PLAINFIELD RDEdison, NJ 08820-2600
Mailing Address505 Plainfield RdEdison, NJ 08820-2600 · (732) 452-1188 · Fax (732) 452-1168
Phone(732) 452-1188
Fax(732) 452-1168
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1811905268 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA070925
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
505 PLAINFIELD RD, Edison, NJ 08820
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Health.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

Howard Kuo 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 ID9638188774
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060418000277
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Howard Kuo reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Neurology Care Center
Same address
Neurology
505 PLAINFIELD ROAD
Edison, NJ 08820
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
NPI 1295923217 (732) 452-1188
Barnabas Health Medical Group PC
10 mi
Specialist
225 WILLIAMSON ST
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 1,894 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841557246 (888) 724-7123
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Inc
13 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
201 LYONS AVE
Newark, NJ 07112
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 79 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033210323 (732) 557-7119

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 11

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
1,452 services235 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
543 services108 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
372 services208 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
260 services105 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.
223 services100 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
204 services195 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Newark, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310002
Location201 Lyons AveNewark, NJ 07112 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08820 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

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.

15.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost50.8

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 Howard Kuo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Kuo is 1811905268. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2006.

Where is Howard Kuo located?

Howard Kuo practices at 505 Plainfield Rd, Edison, NJ 08820. The listed phone number is (732) 452-1188.

What is Howard Kuo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Howard Kuo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Kuo 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 Howard Kuo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Howard Kuo reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Neurology Care Center (Edison, NJ), Barnabas Health Medical Group PC (Elizabeth, NJ) and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Inc (Newark, NJ). 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 Howard Kuo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Howard Kuo accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Oscar Health list Howard Kuo as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Howard Kuo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Kuo is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Kuo was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.