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CHING-FONG WU DO
NPI 1912018177
Colon & Rectal Surgery in Visalia, CA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
1642 S COURT ST, VISALIA, CA 93277(559) 739-1698(559) 739-7950 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Ching-fong Wu Do NPPES

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

CHING-FONG WU DO (NPI 1912018177) is an individual colon & rectal surgery provider in Visalia, California, licensed in California (020A66460) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of College Of Osteo Med Of The Pacific At Pomona (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912018177
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208C00000X
Provider Legal NameCHING-FONG WUCredential: DO
Location Address1642 S COURT STVisalia, CA 93277
Mailing AddressPo Box 6490Visalia, CA 93290-6490 · (559) 739-1698 · Fax (559) 739-7950
Phone(559) 739-1698
Fax(559) 739-7950
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSCollege Of Osteo Med Of The Pacific At PomonaGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1912018177 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyColon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208C00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 020A66460
Definition
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
1642 S COURT ST, Visalia, CA 93277
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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

Ching-fong Wu Do 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 ID9739125071
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050707001092
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 12

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 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.
316 services271 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
187 services187 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
153 services153 patients
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.
76 services74 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
75 services75 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.
59 services58 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93277 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
$90.32 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $22.58 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

77.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.81
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.6

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 Ching-fong Wu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ching-fong Wu is 1912018177. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Ching-fong Wu located?

Ching-fong Wu practices at 1642 S Court St, Visalia, CA 93277. The listed phone number is (559) 739-1698.

What is Ching-fong Wu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Colon & Rectal Surgery with taxonomy code 208C00000X.

Is Ching-fong Wu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ching-fong Wu 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 Ching-fong Wu was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.