Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Antony Hou, M.D.
Optician · Upland, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Hou from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Hou
Dr. Antony Hou is an optician specialist in Upland, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Hou performed 219,865 Medicare services across 6,056 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Hou received a total of $14,447 from 39 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 654 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Hou is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 0% volume in CA
$14,447 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗219,865
Medicare services
Top 0% in CA for optician
6,056
Unique beneficiaries
$9
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~10,993 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certolizumab injection (Cimzia) An injection of certolizumab pegol administered under the direct supervision of a physician. |
135,200 | $4 | $11 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 20,790 | $8 | $12 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
17,170 | $11 | $27 |
| Abatacept infusion (Orencia) An injection of abatacept administered under the direct supervision of a physician. This code is used for Medicare when the drug is not self-administered. |
11,950 | $34 | $60 |
| Infliximab infusion (Remicade) An injection of infliximab, excluding biosimilar versions, administered in a 10 mg dose. |
8,474 | $24 | $98 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 6,360 | $18 | $25 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
2,230 | $11 | $35 |
| Methotrexate sodium, 5 mg | 2,028 | $0 | $13 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
1,837 | $1 | $8 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
1,288 | $18 | $35 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
1,163 | $67 | $105 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
1,047 | $1 | $10 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
751 | $9 | $15 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
583 | $8 | $15 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
563 | $4 | $20 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
561 | $5 | $26 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
560 | $59 | $110 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
515 | $0 | $15 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
494 | $10 | $70 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
456 | $8 | $28 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
394 | $0 | $1 |
| Immunoassay substance measurement A laboratory test that uses immunoassay techniques to measure the level of a specific substance in a sample. |
377 | $17 | $25 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
360 | $0 | $5 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
334 | $54 | $125 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
313 | $29 | $60 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
264 | $4 | $25 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
249 | $91 | $150 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
245 | $13 | $50 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
219 | $23 | $95 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
200 | $14 | $25 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
190 | $48 | $105 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
190 | $13 | $25 |
| Immune complex measurement A laboratory test that measures the level of immune complexes in the blood. Immune complexes are formed when antibodies bind to antigens. |
187 | $24 | $50 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
181 | $106 | $215 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
167 | $9 | $15 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
166 | $16 | $30 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
165 | $126 | $200 |
| Measurement of dna antibody, single stranded | 161 | $12 | $46 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
160 | $13 | $45 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
108 | $1 | $2 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
106 | $6 | $25 |
| Hepatitis B core antibody test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies to the hepatitis B core antigen. This test helps determine if a person has been infected with the hepatitis B virus. |
89 | $12 | $20 |
| Hepatitis B surface antigen test A blood test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test identifies whether the hepatitis B virus is currently present in the body. |
88 | $10 | $18 |
| Hepatitis C antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus. |
87 | $14 | $25 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
82 | $133 | $185 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
70 | $12 | $35 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
70 | $6 | $30 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
66 | $74 | $105 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 40 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of up to 40 mg. |
65 | $3 | $10 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
63 | $33 | $75 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
62 | $40 | $60 |
| Viscosupplementation injection for joint An injection of hyaluronic acid or a derivative into a joint to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
58 | $57 | $120 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 20 mg A 20 mg injection of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
34 | $4 | $8 |
| X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
28 | $24 | $60 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
27 | $40 | $125 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
25 | $70 | $145 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
23 | $30 | $33 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
22 | $40 | $100 |
| Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage | 22 | $20 | $35 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
19 | $15 | $25 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 17 | $167 | $250 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
16 | $39 | $85 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 16 | $8 | $60 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
15 | $14 | $25 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
12 | $8 | $60 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
11 | $16 | $60 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
11 | $12 | $35 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
11 | $92 | $165 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
17.6% high complexity
77.3% medium
5.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$14,447
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,064/year across 7 years
Top 10% in CA for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
39
Companies
654
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$11,572 (80.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$2,865 (19.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$10 (0.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,300
2023
$943
2022
$830
2021
$814
2020
$1,337
2019
$2,709
2018
$5,514
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Amgen Inc.
$635
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$622
UCB, Inc.
$219
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$176
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$155
ABBVIE INC.
$131
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$122
PFIZER INC.
$92
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$53
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$49
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Sandoz Inc.
$14
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 64.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
UCB, Inc.
$3,371
Amgen Inc.
$2,620
AbbVie, Inc.
$949
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$886
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$755
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$728
PFIZER INC.
$675
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$622
Genentech USA, Inc.
$619
ABBVIE INC.
$326
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$316
Lilly USA, LLC
$267
AbbVie Inc.
$261
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$219
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$201
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$196
Mallinckrodt LLC
$187
GENZYME CORPORATION
$144
Sobi, Inc
$142
Radius Health, Inc.
$122
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$115
Horizon Pharma plc
$101
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$98
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$71
Celgene Corporation
$64
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$59
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$58
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$53
MEDAC PHARMA, INC.
$37
SOBI, INC
$32
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$27
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$24
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$20
Organon LLC
$18
Alvogen Inc
$15
Sandoz Inc.
$14
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$13
Bioventus LLC
$12
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$10
Top 3 companies account for 48.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AVSOLA · Actemra · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · Cimzia · EVENITY · Enbrel · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · HYRIMOZ · Humira · KEVZARA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · MONOVISC · OFEV · ORENCIA · Otezla · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Prolia · RAYOS · REMICADE · RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS DISEASE · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · Strensiq · Supartz FX Sodium Hyaluronate · TALTZ · TERIPARATIDE · TREMFYA · Tymlos · Uloric · XELJANZ · ZTLido
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (80%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for optician in CA.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
476
Per 100K population
21.8
County median income
$82,184
Nearest hospital
SAN ANTONIO REGIONAL HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Hou is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 10% of CA peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Hou experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Hou performed 135,200 certolizumab injection (cimzia) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Hou receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Hou received a total of $14,447 from 39 companies across 654 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Hou's costs compare to other opticians in Upland?
Dr. Hou's average Medicare payment per service is $9. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Hou) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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