Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Hou, MD
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Puyallup, WA
- NPI 1346342706
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1450 5Th St Se, #3400
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 697-4110
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 8, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00041198
- Medicaid
- AR #128415001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1346342706. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
825
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$99,384
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 203 | 57 | $12 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 61 | 51 | $118 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 57 | 32 | $58 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 56 | 32 | $185 | |
63650 |
Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin | 51 | 25 | $324 | |
64772 |
Incision or removal of spinal nerve | 50 | 13 | $421 | |
95971 |
Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with simple spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulator programming | 48 | 34 | $46 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 46 | 26 | $130 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 46 | 26 | $73 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 37 | 33 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,959
Transactions
38
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevro Corp. | 11 | $1,155.68 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 19 | $1,015.25 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 5 | $473.76 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 3 | $314.30 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
261
Patients
133
Total drug cost
$2,236
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 108 | 53 | $1,002 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 83 | 52 | $560 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 42 | 28 | $119 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 15 | 0 | $497 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $57 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Hou's medical specialty?
Dr. David Hou practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Puyallup, WA.
Where does Dr. David Hou practice?
Dr. David Hou practices at 1450 5Th St Se, Puyallup, WA 98372. Office phone: 2536974110.
What is Dr. David Hou's NPI?
Dr. David Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346342706, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Hou accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Hou accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Hou commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint (HCPCS 64636). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.