JOSEPH CHO MD, PHD – NPI #1679003446
Pathology
A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
JOSEPH CHO is a pathologist located in PASADENA, CA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1679003446 to JOSEPH CHO on June 14, 2017. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207ZB0001X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Pathology, specializing in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine
The NPI profile was previously updated about 2 years ago on Dec 22, 2023. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for JOSEPH CHO below.
NPI Profile for
JOSEPH CHO
(about 9 years ago)
PASADENA, CA 91105-3010 Phone: (626) 352-1444 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
Chicago, IL 60637-1447
Phone: (773) 834-7708
Fax: (773) 702-1119
BURR RIDGE, IL 60527-6686 Phone: (773) 702-1150 Fax:
Note: NPPES allows providers to attest to the accuracy of their NPI data. When a provider request any change to the NPI record, they will be able to attest to their changed NPI data, resulting in an updated certification date.
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207ZB0001X - Pathology / Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine (Primary) |
CA | A186241 |
| 207ZC0006X - Pathology / Clinical Pathology |
IL | 125.070133 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
Why is my NPI data (personal information) being displayed publicly?
If you have an active NPI profile, your profile is required to be disclosed according to the FOIA and eFOIA. HIPAA also requires covered providers to share their NPI with other providers, health plans, clearinghouses and any entity that may need it for billing purposes.
How do I correct or change the NPI data displayed here?
At any time, providers can make changes to their NPI profile at NPPES. Login to NPPES to make changes online or call (800) 465-3203 for assistance. Changes made at NPPES will be reflected on this web site within a few days.
Can I hide my NPI profile from the public?
Unfortunately, No. The NPPES discloses health care provider data under the Freedom of Information Act to the public, which means anyone may request such information directly from the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System.
See the complete CMS Data Dissemination Notice here.