Melvin Chiu, MD
NPI 1275566788 · Dermatology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Chiu, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1275566788).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275566788
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A81376 (CA)
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
19 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
2,058 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 498 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 300 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 243 | $81 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 187 | $54 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 174 | $56 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 154 | 67 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 97 | 68 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 79 | — |
| Tacrolimus | 54 | 30 |
| Fluocinonide | 54 | 34 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide | 49 | 28 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 48 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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)
- 1131 Wilshire Blvd#200Santa Monica, CA 90401Phone: (310) 917-3376
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-08
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Chiu's NPI number?
- Melvin Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275566788, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Chiu's specialty?
- Melvin Chiu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Chiu located?
- Melvin Chiu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1450 San Pablo St Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90033-5331.
- What is Melvin Chiu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Chiu is (323) 442-6200.
- Does Melvin Chiu accept Medicare?
- Melvin Chiu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Chiu's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Chiu's NPI (1275566788) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.