Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David So, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Newport Beach, CA
- NPI 1487882973
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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22 Corporate Plaza Dr
Newport Beach, CA 926607985
(949) 722-7038
fax (949) 630-4900 - Additional location
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101 the City Dr S, Pavilion 3 Bldg 29A
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 456-5759
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A136697
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487882973. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
416
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$38,139
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 107 | 72 | $63 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 61 | 27 | $54 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 43 | 43 | $82 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 42 | 31 | $11 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 39 | 35 | $94 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 29 | 29 | $132 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 28 | 27 | $11 | |
77073 |
X-ray for bone length assessment | 26 | 20 | $13 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 18 | 18 | $49 | |
20985 |
Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure | 12 | 12 | $143 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 458. This provider delivers 0.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$14,567
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| UOC USA INC | 10 | $9,976.11 | |
| MicroPort Orthopedics Inc | 3 | $4,487.50 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $88.28 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 1 | $15.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
298
Patients
159
Total drug cost
$969
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 115 | 48 | $332 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 56 | 39 | $81 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 46 | 30 | $115 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 25 | 18 | $95 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $133 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 12 | $165 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 13 | 12 | $49 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David So's medical specialty?
Dr. David So practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Newport Beach, CA.
Where does Dr. David So practice?
Dr. David So practices at 22 Corporate Plaza Dr, Newport Beach, CA 926607985. Office phone: 9497227038.
What is Dr. David So's NPI?
Dr. David So's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487882973, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David So accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David So accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David So commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.