David Chu, MD
NPI 1144260019 · Ophthalmology Physician · Newark, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Chu, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Newark, NJ (NPI 1144260019).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144260019
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA07286500 (NJ)
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
3,453 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,047 | $141 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 477 | $100 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 412 | $44 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 238 | $39 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 170 | $99 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye Using a Special Microscope92286 | 156 | $43 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 922 | 353 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 529 | 127 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 310 | 81 |
| Gatifloxacin | 251 | 102 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 199 | 68 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 161 | 51 |
| Latanoprost | 138 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45,134 across 136 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
- 2006-06-07
- Last updated
- 2016-10-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Chu's NPI number?
- David Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144260019, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Chu's specialty?
- David Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Chu located?
- David Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 90 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103.
- What is David Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Chu is (973) 972-2064.
- Does David Chu accept Medicare?
- David Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — David Chu's NPI (1144260019) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.