Yu Zhu, MD
NPI 1134126170 · Neurology Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yu Zhu, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1134126170).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134126170
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M000040935 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
570 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 158 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 95 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 84 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 59 | $130 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 47 | $125 |
| Nerve Conduction, 13 Or More Studies |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 192 | 47 |
| Citalopram Hydrobromidebrand: Citalopram Hbr | 55 | 11 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 50 | — |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 50 | — |
| Memantine Hcl | 48 | 13 |
| Pregabalin | 45 | — |
| Erenumab-Aooebrand: Aimovig Autoinjector | 40 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$174 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-06
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yu Zhu's NPI number?
- Yu Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134126170, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yu Zhu's specialty?
- Yu Zhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yu Zhu located?
- Yu Zhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 915 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405-4682.
- What is Yu Zhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yu Zhu is (253) 403-7299.
- Does Yu Zhu accept Medicare?
- Yu Zhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yu Zhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Yu Zhu's NPI (1134126170) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.