Vinh Chau, MD
NPI 1134567134 · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician · Oak Lawn, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vinh Chau, MD is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician provider in Oak Lawn, IL (NPI 1134567134).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134567134
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101260213 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
912 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 317 | $121 |
| Evaluation of Lower Heart Chamber Assist Device93750 | 169 | $40 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 116 | $215 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 78 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 60 | $144 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 31 | 12 |
| Spironolactone | 27 | 16 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 23 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 22 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 20 | — |
| Lisinopril | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$370 across 9 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4400 W 95th St Ste 308Oak Lawn, IL 60453-2660Phone: (708) 346-4040Fax: (708) 346-3287
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-06-12
- Last updated
- 2025-07-14
- Certified
- 2025-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vinh Chau's NPI number?
- Vinh Chau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134567134, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vinh Chau's specialty?
- Vinh Chau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vinh Chau located?
- Vinh Chau's practice location on file with NPPES is 4440 W 95th St Fl St6, Oak Lawn, IL 60453-2600.
- What is Vinh Chau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vinh Chau is (708) 684-4884.
- Does Vinh Chau accept Medicare?
- Vinh Chau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vinh Chau's NPI active?
- Yes — Vinh Chau's NPI (1134567134) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.