SAMUEL HOU M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1932421625
Radiology - Neuroradiology in Burbank, CA

Q: What is Samuel Hou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Hou is 1932421625. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2010.

Q: What is Samuel Hou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Hou was last updated on November 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since February 22, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

501 S BUENA VISTA ST, BURBANK, CA 91505(818) 847-6049(818) 847-4842 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 30, 2021, Apr 14, 2021, Mar 30, 2021 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Samuel Hou M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

SAMUEL HOU M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1932421625) is an individual neuroradiology provider in Burbank, California, licensed in California (A97972) and active in the NPI registry since February 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932421625

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085N0700X

Provider Legal NameSAMUEL HOUCredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address501 S BUENA VISTA STBurbank, CA 91505-4809

Mailing Address4100 Valley Spring Dr, Department Of Radiological SciencesWestlake Village, CA 91362-4264

Phone(818) 847-6049

Fax(818) 847-4842

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2005

Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 30, 20217 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 30, 2021

✔ NPI 1932421625 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · NeuroradiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085N0700X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A97972

Definition

A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.

Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License A97972 (CA)

501 S BUENA VISTA ST, Burbank, CA 91505

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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

Samuel Hou M.d., Ph.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 ID2961535703

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100730000815

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Samuel Hou reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Providence Saint Johns Medical Foundation

13 mi

Specialist

2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
461 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770093734 (310) 582-7312

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 10

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.

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

42 services35 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

38 services23 patients

Insertion of tube into internal neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36224

This procedure involves placing a small tube into your neck artery. It helps diagnose or treat certain conditions. A radiologist, a doctor specializing in medical imaging, reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety.

37 services31 patients

Insertion of tube into brain artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36226

This procedure involves inserting a thin tube into a brain artery. It aids in diagnosing or treating brain conditions. A radiologist reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety. It's a critical step in managing brain health effectively.

31 services25 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.

31 services31 patients

Removal of blood clot and injection to dissolve blood clot from head artery using fluoroscopic guidance 61645

This procedure involves removing a blood clot from a head artery. A special imaging technique called fluoroscopy is used for guidance. Additionally, an injection is given to help dissolve any remaining clot. This helps restore normal blood flow to the brain.

27 services26 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. KENT VU M.D.

Anesthesiology

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 843-5111

ERNEST ESTRADA VII P.A.

Physician Assistant

501 S BUENA VISTA ST, EM DEPT.
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 843-5111

ST. JOSEPH PULMONARY DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL GROUP

Specialist

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 972-2626

CHRISTIAN JOSEPH GARIA PA

Physician Assistant

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 843-5111

QUYNH THIEN QUACH D.O.

Anesthesiology

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 843-5111

MARIA FISK R.D., C.D.E

Dietitian, Registered

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 953-4494

KRISTEN RUMSEY KNAUFF RD

Dietitian, Registered

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 847-3314

DR. JOHN BRANDON HAWKINS D.O.

Anesthesiology

501 S BUENA VISTA ST
BURBANK, CA 91505

Los Angeles County (818) 843-5111

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 Hou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Hou is 1932421625. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2010.

Where is Samuel Hou located?

Samuel Hou practices at 501 S Buena Vista St, Burbank, CA 91505. The listed phone number is (818) 847-6049.

What is Samuel Hou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Is Samuel Hou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel Hou 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 organization bills Medicare for Samuel Hou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Samuel Hou reassigns Medicare benefits to Providence Saint Johns Medical Foundation (Santa Monica, CA). The 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 Samuel Hou'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 Samuel Hou was last updated on November 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.