Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ken Chow, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · PH.D. Medical Genetics · Yuba City, CA
- NPI 1699781203
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.3 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
870 Shasta St, Suite 100
Yuba City, CA 959914152
(530) 671-3671
fax (530) 671-3980
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 20, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G77866
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699781203. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,946
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$315,268
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 1,414 | 392 | $38 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 514 | 390 | $93 | |
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 | 455 | 437 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 308 | 258 | $130 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 284 | 284 | $116 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 226 | 222 | $107 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 175 | 172 | $116 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 151 | 148 | $255 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 139 | 139 | $172 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 80 | 56 | $91 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Yuba City Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 159. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,143
Transactions
174
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 56 | $1,171.07 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 16 | $487.56 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 17 | $420.28 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 14 | $384.53 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 18 | $367.68 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 11 | $222.41 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 8 | $193.66 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 7 | $162.59 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 6 | $134.75 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 5 | $97.88 | |
| Organon LLC | 4 | $96.41 | |
| Aimmune Therapeutics, INC. | 4 | $93.10 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 3 | $85.53 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 3 | $69.57 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo INC. | 2 | $57.28 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,365
Patients
681
Total drug cost
$284,004
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 550 | 202 | $11,881 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 258 | 250 | $4,535 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 213 | 83 | $5,808 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 63 | 62 | $1,226 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 44 | 17 | $45,597 |
| Cholestyramine Light (Cholestyramine/Aspartame) | Brand | 42 | 17 | $3,972 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 39 | 12 | $2,915 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 32 | 0 | $28,629 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 22 | 22 | $412 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $15,439 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ken Chow's medical specialty?
Dr. Ken Chow practices Gastroenterology Physician in Yuba City, CA.
Where does Dr. Ken Chow practice?
Dr. Ken Chow practices at 870 Shasta St, Yuba City, CA 959914152. Office phone: 5306713671.
What is Dr. Ken Chow's NPI?
Dr. Ken Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699781203, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ken Chow accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ken Chow accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ken Chow commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); 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.