CHIH-TAO HOU NP
NPI 1992260996
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Fountain Valley, CA

Q: What is Chih-tao Hou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chih-tao Hou is 1992260996. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 4, 2019.

Q: What is Chih-tao Hou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chih-tao Hou was last updated on February 4, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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 04, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

8700 WARNER AVE STE 270, FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708(800) 560-9999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

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About Chih-tao Hou Np NPPES

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

CHIH-TAO HOU NP (NPI 1992260996) is an individual family provider in Fountain Valley, California, licensed in California (2018076138) and active in the NPI registry since February 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992260996

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameCHIH-TAO HOUCredential: NP

Location Address8700 WARNER AVE STE 270Fountain Valley, CA 92708-3212

Mailing Address20167 Padrino AveWalnut, CA 91789-3625 · (909) 583-4552

Phone(800) 560-9999

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateFebruary 4, 2019

✔ NPI 1992260996 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · 2018076138

8700 WARNER AVE STE 270, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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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

Chih-tao Hou Np 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 ID1456690767

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190305000581

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

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

Albion Medical Partners Of California West P C

11 mi

Internal Medicine

12900 PARK PLAZA DR, STE 700, MS-7110
Cerritos, CA 90703

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

NPI 1073110607 (562) 622-2800

Professional Wound Specialists PC

25 mi

Surgery

3191 W TEMPLE AVE STE 110
Pomona, CA 91768

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

NPI 1437988326 (888) 434-8880

Ming-Wei Wu, Inc

228 mi

Surgery

3750 S JONES BLVD STE 120
Las Vegas, NV 89103

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

NPI 1699975144 (702) 434-8880

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 13

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.

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348

An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.

515 services174 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

434 services81 patients

Membrane graft or membrane wrap, per square centimeter Q4205

A membrane graft or wrap is a surgical procedure where a special material is used to replace or support damaged tissue. This material, measured per square centimeter, acts like a scaffold, helping your body to regenerate healthy tissue in the affected area.

370 services23 patients

Application of skin substitute graft to wound of trunk, arms, or legs, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15271

This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound on the trunk, arms, or legs. The graft, a lab-grown skin, is used to cover a wound area of 25.0 sq cm or less, within a total wound area of 100.0 sq cm or less. It aids in healing and regeneration.

175 services58 patients

Application of skin substitute graft to wound of face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15275

This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound that's 25.0 sq cm or less, located on areas such as the face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, hands, feet, fingers, or toes. The graft aids in wound healing and tissue regeneration.

59 services16 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.

55 services12 patients

Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.

46 services41 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

44 services14 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043

33 services17 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

31 services21 patients

Residence visit for new patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99342

A new patient home visit is a 30-minute appointment where a healthcare provider comes to your home to assess your health needs. This can include discussing your medical history, current conditions, and treatment plans. It's a convenient way to receive care in your own environment.

27 services27 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

18 services15 patients

Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349

An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.

16 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92708 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

$96.36 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$109.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

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Nurse Practitioner

8700 WARNER AVE STE 270
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708

Orange County (800) 560-9999

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 Chih-tao Hou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chih-tao Hou is 1992260996. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 4, 2019.

Where is Chih-tao Hou located?

Chih-tao Hou practices at 8700 Warner Ave Ste 270, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. The listed phone number is (800) 560-9999.

What is Chih-tao Hou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Chih-tao Hou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chih-tao 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 organizations bill Medicare for Chih-tao Hou's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chih-tao Hou reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Albion Medical Partners Of California West P C (Cerritos, CA), Professional Wound Specialists PC (Pomona, CA) and Ming-Wei Wu, Inc (Las Vegas, NV). 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 Chih-tao 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 Chih-tao Hou was last updated on February 4, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.