Michelle Chu, MD
NPI 1285862573 · Rheumatology Physician · Modesto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle Chu, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Modesto, CA (NPI 1285862573).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285862573
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 498 | 197 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 410 | 168 |
| Prednisone | 251 | 134 |
| Leflunomide | 229 | 100 |
| Sulfasalazine | 111 | 52 |
| Adalimumab-Attobrand: Amjevita(cf) Autoinjector | 103 | 41 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 75 | 34 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-25
- Last updated
- 2022-01-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle Chu's NPI number?
- Michelle Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285862573, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle Chu's specialty?
- Michelle Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michelle Chu located?
- Michelle Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1541 Florida Ave Ste 200, Modesto, CA 95350-4438.
- What is Michelle Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle Chu is (209) 577-3388.
- Does Michelle Chu accept Medicare?
- Michelle Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle Chu's NPI (1285862573) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.