Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. William Chow, D.O.
Specialist (CMS: Dermatology) · Oakland, CA
- NPI 1417981192
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.5 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
3120 Webster St
Oakland, CA 946093421
(510) 681-8587
fax (888) 939-4229 - Additional location
-
795 E. Second St., Suite 5
Pomona, CA 917662007
(909) 865-2565
fax (909) 865-2955 - Mailing address
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501 Beale St, PH 1B
San Francisco, CA 941055025
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A4862
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417981192. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,184
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$492,928
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 390 | 338 | $679 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 191 | 124 | $425 | |
12032 |
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | 132 | 118 | $258 | |
11602 |
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm | 117 | 100 | $119 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 81 | 77 | $244 | |
17313 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks | 57 | 53 | $621 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 46 | 46 | $185 | |
11603 |
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm | 35 | 30 | $137 | |
12034 |
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 7.6-12.5 cm | 27 | 26 | $295 | |
13121 |
Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | 26 | 26 | $233 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 403. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$339
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCB, Inc. | 4 | $169.31 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $147.90 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $21.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
102
Patients
94
Total drug cost
$798
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 83 | 75 | $748 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $50 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. William Chow's medical specialty?
Dr. William Chow practices Specialist in Oakland, CA.
Where does Dr. William Chow practice?
Dr. William Chow practices at 3120 Webster St, Oakland, CA 946093421. Office phone: 5106818587.
What is Dr. William Chow's NPI?
Dr. William Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417981192, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. William Chow accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. William Chow accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. William Chow commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17311); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17312); Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm (HCPCS 12032). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.