Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Augustine Hong, MD
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1730316449
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.3 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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450 N New Ballas RD, Dept Ophthalmology, Ste 260
Saint Louis, MO 631416859
(314) 362-3937
fax (866) 505-8818 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7412011
Chicago, IL 606742011
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0120X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2013009604
- Medicaid
- MO #200004142
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730316449. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
88
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$8,458
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 35 | 27 | $86 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 34 | 26 | $89 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 19 | 18 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Saint Louis Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
505
Patients
118
Total drug cost
$26,245
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 156 | 52 | $6,933 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 56 | 18 | $5,217 |
| Fluorometholone | Generic | 52 | 19 | $4,759 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 50 | 15 | $734 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 35 | 0 | $1,532 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 31 | 14 | $554 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 29 | 0 | $285 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 25 | 0 | $890 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $165 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide/Timolol/Pf) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $1,598 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Augustine Hong's medical specialty?
Dr. Augustine Hong practices Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Augustine Hong practice?
Dr. Augustine Hong practices at 450 N New Ballas RD, Saint Louis, MO 631416859. Office phone: 3143623937.
What is Dr. Augustine Hong's NPI?
Dr. Augustine Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730316449, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Augustine Hong accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Augustine Hong accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Augustine Hong commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.