Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Franklin Chou
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1811199318
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.5 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 Delafield RD, Ste 1040
Pittsburgh, PA 152153205
(412) 782-3990 - Mailing address
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200 Lothrop St, Forbes Tower, Ste 9055
Pittsburgh, PA 152132536
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 6, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD442901
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811199318. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,254
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$57,652
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 524 | 127 | $7 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 193 | 144 | $35 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 118 | 75 | $54 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 92 | 92 | $109 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 70 | $87 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 80 | 48 | $51 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 47 | 24 | $39 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 37 | 34 | $124 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $149 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 17 | 14 | $390 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$24
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $23.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
193
Patients
143
Total drug cost
$1,446
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 52 | 49 | $446 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 39 | 27 | $199 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 36 | 28 | $133 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 26 | 12 | $246 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $66 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 14 | 13 | $52 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 12 | 0 | $305 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Franklin Chou's medical specialty?
Dr. Franklin Chou practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Franklin Chou practice?
Dr. Franklin Chou practices at 200 Delafield RD, Pittsburgh, PA 152153205. Office phone: 4127823990.
What is Dr. Franklin Chou's NPI?
Dr. Franklin Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811199318, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Franklin Chou accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Franklin Chou accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Franklin Chou commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130); Injection into tendon or ligament (HCPCS 20550). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.