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DR. SAMUEL S KUO M.D.
NPI 1861478422
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Tulare, CA

Active since December 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 05D0914361 · Waiver
1088 N CHERRY ST, TULARE, CA 93274(559) 688-8899(559) 688-8889 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Samuel S Kuo M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL S KUO M.D. (NPI 1861478422) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Tulare, California, licensed in California (A42858) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through April 25, 2028, and is a graduate of Other (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861478422
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL S KUOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1088 N CHERRY STTulare, CA 93274-2251
Mailing Address1088 N Cherry StTulare, CA 93274-2251 · (559) 688-8899 · Fax (559) 688-8889
Phone(559) 688-8899
Fax(559) 688-8889
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateDecember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2011
✔ NPI 1861478422 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A42858
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
1088 N CHERRY ST, Tulare, CA 93274
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid00A428580CA
Medicare UPINE51983

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Samuel S Kuo 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 ID2769370907
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040309000363
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D0914361

Samuel S Kuo, MD · Tulare, CA
Active · expires Apr 25, 2028
CLIA Number05D0914361
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateApril 26, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateApril 25, 2028
Laboratory DirectorSamuel Kuo
Laboratory Phone(559) 688-8899
Laboratory LocationSamuel S Kuo, MD1088 N Cherry St, Tulare, CA 93274
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.
661 services151 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.
311 services131 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
47 services17 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
36 services36 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
21 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93274 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
$176.60 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
82%5,833 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
54%28 patients3/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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
8 suppliers19 claims48 services$5.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier14 claims401 services$4.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers47 claims51 services$13.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$2.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers68 claims77 services$57.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
3 suppliers11 claims3,067 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Samuel Kuo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Kuo is 1861478422. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 15, 2005.

Where is Samuel Kuo located?

Samuel Kuo practices at 1088 N Cherry St, Tulare, CA 93274. The listed phone number is (559) 688-8899.

What is Samuel Kuo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Samuel Kuo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel 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.

Does Samuel Kuo hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D0914361) is associated with this NPI, valid through April 25, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Kuo was last updated on April 5, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.