DR. ALEXANDER WONG MD
NPI 1992792402
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Sugar Land, TX
NPI Status: Active since September 29, 2005
Contact Information
16659 SOUTHWEST FWY
SUITE 581
SUGAR LAND, TX
ZIP 77479
Phone: (281) 491-0561
Fax: (281) 491-0562
- NPI Profile Information
- Primary Taxonomy
- Secondary Taxonomies
- Group Taxonomy
- Insurance Plans Accepted
- Secondary Locations
- Medicare Participation & PECOS Status
- Areas of Expertise
- Physician Visit Costs
- Quality Reporting
- Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
- NPI Validation
- Other Providers Same Location
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 43
- Internal Medicine
- Medical Oncology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About ALEXANDER WONG
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Alexander Wong, an internist established in Sugar Land, Texas with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in medical oncology and more than 43 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1992792402 assigned on September 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RX0202X with license number J8421 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago. The organization operates as a Single Specialty Group with one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.
- NPI
- 1992792402
- Provider Name
- DR. ALEXANDER WONG MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 16659 SOUTHWEST FWY SUITE 581 SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
- Location Phone
- (281) 491-0561
- Location Fax
- (281) 491-0562
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 16875 SUGAR LAND, TX 77496
- Mailing Phone
- (281) 491-0561
- Mailing Fax
- (281) 491-0562
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1983
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 09-29-2005
- Last Update Date
- 11-05-2025
- Code Navigator
An internist like Alexander Wong is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 323 E Hawkins Pkwy Ste A
Longview, TX 75605
(903) 759-7200
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Medical Oncology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RX0202X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- J8421
- License State
- TX
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 174400000X | Other Service Providers | Specialist | J8421 (TX) |
Group Taxonomy 193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP
This provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 204 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 301 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 206 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 603 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 303 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 305 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? Standard - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 203 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 803 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Gold? Standard - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 202 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 605 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Silver? Standard - POS
- Blue Advantage Security HMO? 200 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 205 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 801 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Silver HMO? Standard - HMO
- MyBlue Health Bronze? 402 - HMO
- Community Premier Bronze 003 (No deductible for PCP, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Premier Bronze 018 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Premier Gold 005 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Premier Gold 021 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Premier Silver 012 (No deductible for PCP, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Premier Silver 020 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Select Bronze 016 (No deductible for PCP, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Select Gold 022 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
- Community Select Silver 019 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| P089971B1 | MEDICAID (05) | TX |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Alexander Wong is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Alexander Wong is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 8224097746
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20070120000066, I20230530001583
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Administration of additional new drug or substance into vein, 1 hour or less
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, additional sequential infusion, 1 hour or less
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg
Injection, palonosetron hcl, 25 mcg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
This procedure involves introducing a new drug or substance into your vein, typically via an IV drip. It lasts for an hour or less. This method allows the substance to quickly reach your bloodstream, ensuring rapid and effective treatment.
This service was performed 99 times for 13 patientsChemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
This service was performed 115 times for 16 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 179 times for 39 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 492 times for 235 patientsThis procedure involves injecting fluids or medication directly into your vein. It's used for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. An additional sequential infusion may be given within an hour if needed. This helps to ensure the medicine is distributed effectively in your body.
This service was performed 178 times for 19 patientsThis procedure involves introducing a new medication or substance into your bloodstream via a vein. It's typically done using a small needle. The substance can help treat various conditions or assist in diagnostic procedures. It's generally safe and monitored by professionals.
This service was performed 120 times for 15 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 76 times for 13 patientsDexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
This service was performed 825 times for 14 patientsPalonosetron HCL is an injection used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It works by blocking a natural substance (serotonin) in the body that can cause vomiting. This helps improve your comfort during cancer treatment.
This service was performed 740 times for 14 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 73 times for 73 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $41.72 for a new patient copayment and $24.26 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 77479 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205
- Average New Patient Price $166.88
- Minimum New Patient Price $54.84
- Maximum New Patient Price $166.88
- Average New Patient Copayment $41.72
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.71
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.72
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $97.05
- Minimum Established Patient Price $17.52
- Maximum Established Patient Price $136.11
- Average Established Patient Copayment $24.26
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.38
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.02
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 95% | 119 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| e-Prescribing | 66% | 176 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Health Information Exchange | 2% | 82 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral. | ||
| Implementation of improvements that contribute to more timely communication of test results | Yes | N/A |
| Timely communication of test results defined as timely identification of abnormal test results with timely follow-up. | ||
| Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral Loop | Yes | N/A |
| Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology. | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 3% | 371 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 27% | 371 |
| 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 certain information. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 33% | 371 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Alexander Wong is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER | 830 WASHINGTON STREET WATERTOWN, NY 13601 | (315) 785-4121 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE WEST | 12141 RICHMOND AVE HOUSTON, TX 77082 | (281) 588-8080 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL | 16655 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 | (281) 274-8000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MEMORIAL HERMANN SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL | 17500 W GRAND PARKWAY SOUTH SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 | (281) 725-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1992792402, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 68. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 68 = 2).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 68 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1992792402, enumerated as an "individual" on September 29, 2005.
The provider is located at 16659 SOUTHWEST FWY SUITE 581 SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 and the phone number is (281) 491-0561.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RX0202X and a focus in Medical Oncology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Alexander Wong is affiliated with: SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER, HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE WEST, HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL and MEMORIAL HERMANN SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL.
