DR. EKAI HSU MD
NPI 1912175340
Surgery in Carmel, CA

Active since February 19, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3845 VIA NONA MARIE UNIT 221461, CARMEL, CA 93923(831) 298-0021 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2021, Jun 11, 2018, Oct 18, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Ekai Hsu Md NPPES

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

DR. EKAI HSU MD (NPI 1912175340) is an individual surgery provider in Carmel, California, licensed in California (A103079) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912175340
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EKAI HSUCredential: MD
Location Address3845 VIA NONA MARIE UNIT 221461Carmel, CA 93923-8601
Mailing AddressPo Box 221461Carmel, CA 93922-1461 · (831) 298-0021
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateFebruary 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 20214 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2021
✔ NPI 1912175340 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A103079
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
3845 VIA NONA MARIE UNIT 221461, Carmel, CA 93923

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. Ekai Hsu 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 ID3971663584
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081126000357
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

7

Medicare enrollment records show Ekai Hsu reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
911 SUNSET DR
Hollister, CA 95023
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 73 clinicians in this Medicare group
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
7475 CAMINO ARROYO
Gilroy, CA 95020
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1588721500 (California), NPI 1629301346 (California)
  • 2,460 clinicians in this Medicare group
Surgery
14981 NATIONAL AVE STE 4
Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
Ambulatory Surgical
2581 SAMARITAN DR, SUITE 308
San Jose, CA 95124
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1013950807 (California)
  • 393 clinicians in this Medicare group
Surgery
807 ILLINOIS AVE
Los Banos, CA 93635
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 91 clinicians in this Medicare group
Surgery
2801 K STREET SUITE 440
Sacramento, CA 95816
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 266 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
7901 FROST ST
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,437 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 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.

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.
58 services28 patients
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.
48 services28 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.
23 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
22 services22 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93923 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
$94.44 typical visit price
range $61.69 – $184.30
Typical copayment $23.61 (range $15.42 – $46.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.53 typical visit price
range $20.34 – $151.02
Typical copayment $19.13 (range $5.08 – $37.75)
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.

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 Ekai Hsu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ekai Hsu is 1912175340. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 19, 2008.

Where is Ekai Hsu located?

Ekai Hsu practices at 3845 Via Nona Marie Unit 221461, Carmel, CA 93923. The listed phone number is (831) 298-0021.

What is Ekai Hsu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Ekai Hsu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ekai Hsu 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 Ekai Hsu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ekai Hsu reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital (Hollister, CA), County Of Santa Clara (Gilroy, CA), California Surgical Service (Los Gatos, CA), Sutter Bay Medical Foundation (San Jose, CA), Surgical Affiliates Of California (Los Banos, CA) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Ekai Hsu'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 Ekai Hsu was last updated on July 27, 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.