Steven Wu, MD
NPI 1306836481 · Nephrology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Wu, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1306836481).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306836481
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 215391 (MA)
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
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
667 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 | 242 | $113 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 | 64 | $226 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 | $88 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 52 | $166 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 50 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 31 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 27 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 26 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 23 | 11 |
| Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide | 19 | — |
| Furosemide | 15 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$721 across 26 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
- 2005-10-28
- Last updated
- 2024-04-19
- Certified
- 2024-04-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Wu's NPI number?
- Steven Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306836481, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Wu's specialty?
- Steven Wu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Wu located?
- Steven Wu's practice location on file with NPPES is 7370 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741-2305.
- What is Steven Wu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Wu is (520) 547-2468.
- Does Steven Wu accept Medicare?
- Steven Wu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Wu's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Wu's NPI (1306836481) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.