Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Firmin Ho, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Monterey Park, CA
- NPI 1497746960
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
500 N Garfield Ave Ste 301
Monterey Park, CA 917541242
(626) 280-3150
fax (626) 280-8142
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 29, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G44894
- Medicaid
- CA #00G448940
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497746960. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,090
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$120,261
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 357 | 276 | $98 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 178 | 178 | $122 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 152 | 151 | $6 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 148 | 148 | $173 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 128 | 91 | $139 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 82 | 82 | $90 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 45 | 45 | $265 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 8.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,893
Patients
934
Total drug cost
$786,112
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vemlidy (Tenofovir Alafenamide) | Brand | 375 | 41 | $546,244 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 289 | 137 | $3,889 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 205 | 202 | $16,106 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 175 | 174 | $30,100 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 136 | 51 | $1,464 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 130 | 52 | $1,261 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 109 | 107 | $2,267 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 82 | 24 | $27,966 |
| Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate | Generic | 79 | 14 | $17,614 |
| Entecavir | Generic | 73 | 11 | $17,250 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Firmin Ho's medical specialty?
Dr. Firmin Ho practices Gastroenterology Physician in Monterey Park, CA.
Where does Dr. Firmin Ho practice?
Dr. Firmin Ho practices at 500 N Garfield Ave Ste 301, Monterey Park, CA 917541242. Office phone: 6262803150.
What is Dr. Firmin Ho's NPI?
Dr. Firmin Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497746960, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Firmin Ho accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Firmin Ho accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Firmin Ho commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.