Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tu-Hi Hong, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Tulare, CA
- NPI 1912089939
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 17.6 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
919 E Merritt Ave
Tulare, CA 932742221
(559) 686-0690
fax (559) 686-6404
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G45761
- Medicaid
- CA #00G457610
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1912089939. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,672
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$355,343
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 1,986 | 694 | $4 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,684 | 671 | $92 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 533 | 421 | $3 | |
J9217 |
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 310 | 45 | $169 | |
96402 |
Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 267 | 49 | $34 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 147 | 123 | $250 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 143 | 143 | $114 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 105 | 90 | $11 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 95 | 24 | $14 | |
51703 |
Complicated insertion of bladder tube | 91 | 20 | $155 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Tulare Urology Physician, average services per provider: 298. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$445
Transactions
25
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 12 | $164.19 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 2 | $42.41 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $38.16 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $33.99 | |
| Olympus America INC. | 1 | $24.74 | |
| Antares Pharma, INC. | 1 | $24.02 | |
| Verity Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $22.83 | |
| Karl Storz Endoscopy-America | 1 | $22.45 | |
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 1 | $22.32 | |
| Coloplast Corp | 1 | $20.32 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $16.10 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $13.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,573
Patients
1,066
Total drug cost
$278,890
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | Generic | 590 | 195 | $13,858 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 475 | 168 | $12,740 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 218 | 82 | $4,662 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl ER (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 184 | 61 | $6,989 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 176 | 61 | $207,359 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride ER (Oxybutynin Chloride) | Brand | 173 | 64 | $11,705 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 160 | 105 | $813 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 122 | 94 | $999 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 119 | 95 | $2,622 |
| Bicalutamide | Generic | 88 | 31 | $4,456 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tu-Hi Hong's medical specialty?
Dr. Tu-Hi Hong practices Urology Physician in Tulare, CA.
Where does Dr. Tu-Hi Hong practice?
Dr. Tu-Hi Hong practices at 919 E Merritt Ave, Tulare, CA 932742221. Office phone: 5596860690.
What is Dr. Tu-Hi Hong's NPI?
Dr. Tu-Hi Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912089939, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tu-Hi Hong accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tu-Hi Hong accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tu-Hi Hong commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated (HCPCS 81000); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.