Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Tung, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1538153341
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4510 Executive Dr, Suite 125
San Diego, CA 921213021
(858) 643-5650
fax (858) 643-5660
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 26, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G058235
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538153341. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
118
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$22,881
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 33 | 29 | $191 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 31 | 31 | $233 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 26 | 22 | $218 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 15 | 15 | $134 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 13 | 12 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 43. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$75
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 3 | $74.94 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Tung's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Tung practices Neurological Surgery Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Howard Tung practice?
Dr. Howard Tung practices at 4510 Executive Dr, San Diego, CA 921213021. Office phone: 8586435650.
What is Dr. Howard Tung's NPI?
Dr. Howard Tung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538153341, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Tung accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Tung accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Tung commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.