Philip Chu, MD
NPI 1235543356 · Hospitalist Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Chu, MD is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1235543356).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235543356
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2016023791 (MO)
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
12 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
554 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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'SG2211 | 141 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 124 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 85 | $156 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Joint Or Other Extremity Structure Except Blood Vessels76882 | 79 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 26 | $191 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 369 | 118 |
| Prednisone | 354 | 116 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 333 | 106 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 118 | 18 |
| Allopurinol | 93 | 34 |
| Leflunomide | 87 | 27 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 69 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,144 across 33 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)
- 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital PlzSaint Louis, MO 63110-1003Phone: (314) 362-1700Fax: (314) 362-9878
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-17
- Last updated
- 2018-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Chu's NPI number?
- Philip Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235543356, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Chu's specialty?
- Philip Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Chu located?
- Philip Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2301 Erwin Rd Cb 2918, Durham, NC 27710.
- What is Philip Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Chu is (919) 684-8111.
- Does Philip Chu accept Medicare?
- Philip Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Chu's NPI (1235543356) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.