Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Cho, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Fontana, CA
- NPI 1245399906
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9961 Sierra Ave
Fontana, CA 923356720
(909) 427-3910
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 30, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A74570
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245399906. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
64
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$5,459
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 52 | 26 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 12 | 11 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$136
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $136.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,096
Patients
439
Total drug cost
$55,437
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 121 | 53 | $11,390 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 115 | 46 | $2,095 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 113 | 49 | $1,409 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 103 | 41 | $1,482 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 103 | 42 | $1,382 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 98 | 44 | $2,557 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 85 | 29 | $786 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 60 | 27 | $711 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 56 | 28 | $15,020 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 50 | 23 | $1,422 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Cho's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Cho practices Nephrology Physician in Fontana, CA.
Where does Dr. Paula Cho practice?
Dr. Paula Cho practices at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 923356720. Office phone: 9094273910.
What is Dr. Paula Cho's NPI?
Dr. Paula Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245399906, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Cho accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Cho accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Cho commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.